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About The Down

The Down occupies rural Shropshire countryside, accessible via the A458 connecting Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth, with the B4380 providing northern links to the A5. Over 30 fast EV charging points serve the area. Located near RAF Cosford and within easy reach of the UNESCO-listed Ironbridge Gorge where the Industrial Revolution began.

Where is The Down on the map?

The Down is in England, at 52.508, -2.470 - about 6 km south-west of Castle Hill, Shropshire.

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What is the closest airport to The Down?

The closest airport to The Down is Birmingham Airport, 74 km (about 1 h 11 min by car).

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