Walking/Beautiful Scenery For walkers, a lengthy section of the Severn Way long distance footpath passes along the river valley. You can tackle the Jack Mytton bridle path on foot, horseback or bicycle, and there are hundreds of way marked paths, woodland walks, bridleways and tracks to cater for every range of ability.
	Cycling A newly opened cycle route, the Mercian Way, goes through the beautiful Wyre Forest, and on to the Severn Valley Country Park near Bridgnorth. An extension to the route is due to open soon. There are Visitor Centres at the Country Park and in the Wyre Forest.
	Fishing Anglers will find an embarrassment of riches. The Severn is stocked with a variety of coarse fish, and there are fishing pools galore. Trout and coarse fishing can be enjoyed in the grounds of Astbury Falls.
	Canoeing And if fishing doesn't float your boat, you can take a Canadian canoe trip along the river, combined with a steam train ride and a pub lunch or picnic.
	Horse Riding With over 20 riding centres, there's something for all ages and abilities.   Ride The Jack Mytton Way which is a seventy mile long bridleway from the Severn Valley to the Welsh borders near Llanfair Waterdine.
	Golf Bridgnorth Golf Club welcomes visitors and societies. If you are on holiday in the area and wish to experience an enjoyable game of golf this is ideal. Also in Bridgnorth are Chesterton Valley, and Severn Meadow golf clubs.
	Bird Watching Astbury Falls is a haven for many different species of birds and lazy days can be spent watching them, sitting on your own verandah.
	Sailing Chelmarsh reservoir supports dinghy sailing and fishing. It is also designated as a bird sanctuary so preserving the natural charm and beauty of the area.
	Leisure Complex Bridgnorth Sports & Leisure Centre is an Amateur Swimming Association Education Centre and an IQL Approved Training Centre which boasts an impressive fitness suite.
	Food, Markets, Crafts, Antiques Bridgnorth's atmospheric open-air markets attract shoppers from far and wide. Each Saturday the High Street and Meredith's Yard are filled with colourful awnings as traders sell everything from fresh fish to lawnmowers.   Dozens of professional painters, potters, sculptors and carvers draw their inspiration from the stunning beauty of this part of Shropshire and their work can be seen in many of the local galleries   The Old Mill Antique Centre is a large antique centre, featuring over 90 dealers with restaurant and monthly auction.   There are antique shops round every corner as well as two emporia in Bridgnorth where antiques to suit every taste and pocket can be found
	Bridgnorth Cliff Railway Since 1892 the remarkable Bridgnorth Cliff Railway has transported the people of Bridgnorth up and down the 111ft sandstone cliff that separates the parts of the town, giving magnificent views of the River Severn.
	The Severn Valley Railway A restored standard gauge line linking Bridgnorth with Kidderminster, 14 miles away. Steam trains operate throughout the year, calling at picturesque country stations all along the stunning route, which winds its way through the beautiful Severn Valley.
	Eating Out Bridgnorth is inundated with a variety of eateries to suit all tastes and budgets. There are too many to mention, Indian, Chinese, traditional English pubs, bistros, fast food and fine dining. You are sure to find something you like, you might just have to try them all to find out!