Shropshire's Great Outdoors

Market Drayton Picnic Area

Market Drayton Picnic area is a mixture of parkland, trees, marsh and pools on the banks of the River Tern just south of the centre of Market Drayton. The parkland is an ideal spot for a picnic, flying a kite or kicking a ball around while the pools and marshland support a variety of wildlife.

Getting there & parking

Opening times

Every day of the year.

Things to see & do

  • Take a short stroll along the banks of the River Tern through parkland and wild wetland.
  • Enjoy a quiet picnic away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre only a mile away.
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