A stay in the Temple of Diana takes Georgian living to a new level. Built in the 1760’s for Sir Henry Bridgeman by the 18th century architect James Paine this multi-purpose garden building was a haven for the artistic and creative Bridgeman family who would play music, take tea and entertain guests in this magical folly.
The Grade II listed Temple has many intriguing features which can be enjoyed 21st century style. The glazed Orangery is perfect for relaxing and dining with unbroken views across the Capability Brown landscaped parkland, the circular tea room is now a beautiful sitting room with french windows opening out onto Temple Wood and the old dairies have been transformed into a modern handmade kitchen with all the mod cons. In the basement there is a large family bathroom with a rainforest shower and a comfy snug with a wide screen TV.
The Weston Park Foundation has restored the property to a very high standard whilst remaining sympathetic to its heritage but exuding comfort and modernity.
The Temple is ideal for family holidays or celebrations, groups of friends escaping for a weekend away or just simply soaking up the opportunity to make yourself at home in the splendour of this Georgian masterpiece.
“Felt like we were living in a Jane Austen novel, beautiful house where you feel like you have stepped back in time but you still have all the mod cons. The kids loved the big adventure playground and the miniature railway and having so much space to ride their bikes through the woods and fields.”
“It’s such an amazing place to stay and it feels very special. The décor and facilities are gorgeous and it is so wonderful to have the beautiful views and grounds to walk in.”
The whole estate is yours to explore throughout the seasons. Enjoy long walks around the Capability Brown parkland, take in the beauty of the formal gardens surrounding the House or take in the views of Shropshire from the Shrewsbury Walk.
Explore the estate
Begin your stay on the Weston Park estate with a delicious meal waiting for you in the fridge – prepared by Weston’s Chefs with the finest of ingredients. Each meal comes with seasonal vegetables from the Walled Garden on the estate and generously serve two.
Prepared by Weston Menu
Our team in the Granary will prepare your welcome hamper which will include milk, butter, free range eggs, local artisan cheese, homemade cake, freshly baked bread, orange juice and a bottle of wine.
If you don’t feel like cooking the Granary Restaurant is a short walk or drive from each property and is open daily serving breakfast and lunch and dinner on a Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening.
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The accommodation is set over four floors with a large number of stone spiral staircases and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility or small children.
Weston Park sits in the two beautiful counties of Shropshire and Staffordshire and is the perfect base to explore the idyllic countryside and rich history of the region. From long walks up the Wrekin, a visit to the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, exploring the Staffordshire canal network to the world famous Potteries – there is truly something for everyone. For shopping and eating out at delicious independent restaurants we are a stones throw from medieval Shrewsbury and one hour from historic Chester and foodie destination Ludlow.
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