The Rabble’s Retreat

We love animals, and welcome your furry friends along, but due to the variety of poultry and other animals on site, they need to be kept on a lead at all times. We understand this is restricting but after several incidents to our feathery free-range friends, we hope you understand. Please let us know at the time of booking, and an extra fee of £25 will apply per dog, per stay.

About a week before your arrival, you will receive an email with your check-in details and directions. We live on-site so are often here to meet and greet, but in the event we aren’t, or you are going to be late, don’t worry — we will ensure you are able to head straight up and settle in!

Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00. If you expect to arrive after 22:00, please let us know. Each unit is separate and yours to enjoy privately in a dedicated corner of our 2-acre site. Come and go as you please!

All self-catering units have a small kitchenette. The cabin has a four-ring electric hob, full-size electric oven, toaster, coffee machine and under-counter fridge. It’s fully equipped with pots, pans, a Le Creuset casserole dish, slow cooker and cooking trays — so go for it!

Outside, each unit has its own area with a firepit that doubles as a barbecue.

Freshly laundered bed linen and clean towels are provided. Sleeping bags are provided for children on the cabin mezzanine, with spare blankets and a duvet in the blanket box if they prefer.

Kitchen essentials are supplied, including crockery, glasses and cutlery, plus a small cleaning pack, shampoo, body wash and toilet roll. The units are self-catering, so bring extras for longer stays.

The cabin has no central heating, but its woodburning stove keeps it super cosy, even in the coldest months. There’s also an electric towel rail in the bathroom and plenty of throws and blankets. If you don’t fancy tapping into your inner scout, perhaps a summer stay is best!

Kindling, firewood and a lighter are provided on arrival. For the cabin stove, help yourself to logs from the woodstore opposite to stay toasty. Please don’t use those logs in the outside firepit — we’ll provide a separate basket for that.

Open campfires aren’t permitted around the site or in the surrounding area. Each cabin has its own designated firepit and barbecue — perfect for toasting a few marshmallows.

There is a TV and an extensive range of our favourite films on DVD, but no Wi-Fi. We decided it was best to encourage you to unplug and unwind. Parents often thank us for this… you can blame us!

Mobile signal may vary by network.

There’s always something going on here at Rabble & Roost. We’re a busy family and things aren’t perfectly silent — a bit of Rabble chaos helps people feel welcome! We’re near a road, so some road noise can be heard outside.

It’s peaceful at night, with tawny owls and sometimes foxes. String lights are on a timer and PIR lights illuminate the deck as you approach. Elsewhere, lighting is minimal so you can enjoy the night sky and fabulous moonscapes.

Yes. Free parking for one car is available within about 20 metres of your accommodation throughout your stay. We don’t currently have EV charging facilities.

Unfortunately, the self-catering accommodation is not suitable for wheelchair access or infants under two. There are steps, uneven ground and hazards including the unguarded stove, ladder to the mezzanine and elevated deck without a balustrade.

We lived in the cabin for four years accident-free, but each family is different and it’s important you’re comfortable with these risks — it’s supposed to be a holiday after all! If you have particular requirements or a special occasion, do get in touch and we’ll do our best.

We’re in the Shropshire countryside opposite historic Wenlock Edge, known for walks, fossils and wildflowers. Much Wenlock is under five minutes’ drive, with cafés, pubs, shops and local food.

Church Stretton, Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd are about 25 minutes away; Ironbridge around 20 minutes, Ludlow around 25 minutes and Shrewsbury around 15 minutes by car. We’re always happy to suggest walks and days out.

Technically yes — we’ve welcomed guests arriving by bike, and it’s great cycling country. But a car is the easiest way to explore. Buses serve Much Wenlock from Shrewsbury, Telford and Bridgnorth, and there are train stations at Shrewsbury and Telford. Public transport is available but we’d avoid relying on it entirely.

Payment is taken in full two weeks before your booking. Cancellation is chargeable after that point, but you can reschedule if it’s more than five days before your stay.

Draft policy: final terms and payment process to be confirmed before bookings go live.