Benthall Hall, Broseley

This 16th-century manor house has an intricately carved wooden staircase, interesting moulded chimneys and elaborately decorated ceilings. The hall stands in a rural setting and is supplemented by a 19th century terraced garden that has herb, rock and rose gardens within it. There is also an attractive Restoration church within the grounds and the site itself is only a mile from the famous town of Ironbridge. Do call for timings as they change seasonally.