Leighton’s River Severn bend is easy to enjoy. With roadside parking and direct access to the viewing point, it’s a peaceful spot for everyone to take in the river’s slow curve through Shropshire and local wildlife including herons, ospreys, buzzards and kites.
Parking: Open air layby/surface off the B4380. No parking charges.
Accessible Parking; No designated Blue Badge parking is provided/
Number of Bays Available: Parking for up to 6 vehicles.
Surface Type of Car Park: Combination of Tarmac and a loose surface.
Bus Stops: Within 0.5 miles.
Due to the nature of the road, it is not recommended to walk from the bus stop in Leighton to the Viewing Point
Train Stations: The nearest train station is Telford (9 miles/14 kilometres).
Emily Giles, an artist with a learning disability, has made a special ceramic tile to help visitors connect with the landscape.
You can find it at the viewpoint.
Emily moulded clay and materials found in the local area into an organic shape and added simple tactile marks, textures, and words so everyone can ‘feel the landscape’.
This tile is one of a series created for the Open Horizons project, led by Lead Artist Roz Donati of Pneuma Affinity CIC, and made in collaboration with My Options, Telford & Wrekin.
Artist Statement
Emily loved being part of this project. She especially enjoyed painting the meandering river at Leighton Bends and spent time focusing on the details and patterns of the land around it.
Emily said, “I want people to enjoy my plaque and to notice the ‘S’ bend in the river. I loved working with the clay and would like to do it again.”
Emily took pride in her work and is excited to share it with others.
There are no barriers between the small car park and the viewing area.
The surface of the car park and viewing area is made up of a combination of Tarmac and a loose surface.
The ground is mainly flat but does have an uneven surface in places, including potholes.
Seating: One bench with brick backrest and armrests provided.
Level Access to Seating: Level access provided.
Touch: No particular touch sensory features.
See: Much loved view of the River Severn meander. Sheep in the fields.
Smell: No particular smells.
Hear: Wildlife such as birds and bees in the spring and summer months. Regular
traffic.
No general WC facilities on site.
No accessible WC facilities on site.
Nearest Changing Places facility is Morrisons Supermarket, Lawley Village, Telford TF3 5ES (6 miles/9.6 kilometres).
The Princess Royal Hospital, Apley Castle, Telford TF1 6TF
01952 641222 Open 24 hours.
Defibrillator provided at Leighton Village Hall.
Lyth Hill rises quietly south of Shrewsbury, offering one of Shropshire's most inviting panoramas. Free parking at accessible car parks puts hilltop views just a short, gentle stroll away.
The Soaring Club opens up endless horizons without the hard climb. With nearby parking, level access from the car park, and vast open space to watch gliders sweep the sky, it's a view everyone can enjoy.
The Knolls Car Park at the southern end of the reserve makes wild beauty easy to reach. With level trails from the car park, benches to rest, and space to soak up the ridge views, it's a slice of Stiperstones everyone can enjoy.
The accessible viewpoint at Onny Meadows is easy to reach, with level paths and seating to pause and take in the scenery. Interpretation boards at accessible height and tactile ceramic tiles make the experience inclusive and engaging. Complete your day with a hot drink in the cafe, a browse in the shop, and accessible facilities-all under one roof.
