# Buttercups and Hayloft, Whitchurch, Shropshire

Luxury holiday cottages near Chester sleeping 16 with an indoor heated pool, play area and sports court, for multi generation families

## At a Glance

- Sleeps 6 - 16
- 9 bedrooms
- Dining for 16

## Images

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- 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2026-05-12-08-31-01.jpg (caption: Buttercups & Hayloft sleeps and dines 16: Buttercups sleeps 10 and Hayloft sleeps 6)
- 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Main-Pool-sm.jpg (caption: Buttercups and Hayloft - Indoor Pool Booked for Your Guests Exclusive Use; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - wonderful indoor family friendly pool)
- 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4040.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Unwind together with your guests in comfort; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - enjoy the space of the sitting room)
- 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-47-30.jpg (caption: Buttercups has comfortable dining for 16 guests)
- 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/2022-06-21 12.12.25.jpg (caption: So much fun for the Under 5's in the play area; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - so much fun for the Under 5's in the play area)
- 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Sports-court-1.jpg (caption: Multi Sports Court, Tennis, Football, Badminton, Basketball; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - sports court for tennis, football, badminton, baseball with children's play area beyond)
- 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-20-33.jpg (caption: Enjoy a fun game of football on our NEW Football Field)
- 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4226_2.jpg (caption: Buttercups - has a large, well equipped kitchen to cater for your guests; alt: Buttercups Haybarn -enjoy cooking in the large well equipped kitchen)
- 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-04-10-09-52-08.jpg (caption: Hayloft Sleeps and Dines 6 and 2 Cots, with large enclosed garden)
- 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-19-28.jpg (caption: Hayloft - The sitting room is filled with original Oak Beams)
- 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-19-39.jpg (caption: Hayloft - Relax with family and friends in the spacious sitting room with wood burning stove)
- 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2026-05-18-12-12-09.jpg (caption: Hayloft has a good sized Kitchen/Diner for it's 6 guests)
- 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-04-10-09-51-12.jpg (caption: Buttercups and Hayloft are Pet Friendly Cottages)
- 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-09-08-48-05.jpg (caption: Buttercups and Hayloft have plenty of onsite parking for your guests)
- 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-37-49.jpg (caption: Alderford Aqua Park and Water Sports - Perfect for groups)
- 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-01-09-15-41-38.jpg (caption: Bewilderwood - A full day of fun for all ages)
- 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2026-05-18-12-10-58.jpg (caption: Always time for Tea! Hire a chef to help with the catering)
- 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-01-09-15-39-10.jpg (caption: Enjoy a BBQ with family and friends - 3 Brick built BBQ's on site)
- 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Acre-Walk.jpg (caption: Oak Acre Avenue is perfect for a walk or a picnic; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - the acre walk)
- 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-20-41.jpg (caption: Enjoy our NEW Football Field, Picnic Area, Bird Watching, Star Gazing and Walking)
- 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Bird.jpg (caption: Take a seat and enjoy great bird watching and countryside views; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - enjoy stunning countryside views and great bird watching)
- 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2024-06-06-09-50-44.jpg (caption: Buttercups rear Patio - Dine together over looking our beautiful pond.)
- 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-38-34.jpg (caption: Doodle Alley- Fantastic Pottery Painting Parties - Perfect all group sizes)
- 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercup-Haybarn-external2020-05-28-16.58.37.jpg (caption: Buttercups has a rear patio area which over looks our beautiful pond; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - wonderfully spacious accommodation for 10)
- 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercup-HaybarnIMG_4085_0.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Spacious double bedroom with en-suite; alt: Buttercup Haybarn - large spacious bedroom)
- 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4066_0.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Double bedroom with en-suite and stunning views; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - enjoy the stunning views from the bedrooms)
- 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4254.jpg (caption: Buttercups - the Twin Bedroom with lovely country views; alt: Buttercup Haybarn - the twin bedroom)
- 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4211_2.jpg (caption: Buttercups - has 3 double bedrooms, 2 with en-suite Shower Rooms; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - relax in comfort in our lovely bedrooms many with en suite facilities)
- 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4223_0.jpg (caption: Buttercups - lovely original barn features; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - lovely barn features)
- 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-34-59.jpg (caption: Hayloft Master Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom)
- 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-18-52.jpg (caption: Hayloft's Double bedroom with family bathroom adjacent.)
- 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-19-06.jpg (caption: Hayloft has a lovely Bunk Bed Bedroom)
- 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/chester z.jpg (caption: Chester Zoo - a fantastic day out for all ages; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - enjoy a day at Chester Zoo just down the road)
- 34. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-01-09-15-42-15.jpg (caption: Park Hall Farm- Stroke a pony, ride a tractor and watch the pig race)
- 35. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-11-08-39-45.jpg (caption: Enjoy exclusive use of the indoor pool)
- 36. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/castle_0.jpg (caption: Under 5's Play Area- Be the King or Queen of the castle; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - under 5's Play Area- Be the King or Queen of the castle!!)
- 37. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Tennis-sm.jpg (caption: Multi sports court- Short Football, Tennis, Badminton and Basketball; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - outdoor multi sports court)
- 38. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-47-45.jpg (caption: Buttercups has comfortable dining for 16 guests to celebrate a special occasion)
- 39. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4239.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Spacious Sitting room for 16; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - the sitting room)
- 40. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-31-10.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Perfect dining for 16 guests)
- 41. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4231_1.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Relax in comfort with your family and friends; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - relax in comfort with family & friends)
- 42. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-33-56.jpg (caption: Hayloft has many original features, including beams and brick trusses)
- 43. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-18-59.jpg (caption: Hayloft Double Bedroom with family Bathroom adjacent.)
- 44. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-19-18.jpg (caption: Hayloft - Always time for a bedtime story)
- 45. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Car-Park-Outdoor-1.jpg (caption: Buttercups and Hayloft - Plenty of onsite parking for your guests; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - private courtyard car parking area)
- 46. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-Buttercups-frontage.jpg (caption: Buttercups has a front and rear patio with wonderful views; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - Whitchurch , Shropshire)
- 47. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Buttercups-Haybarn-buttercups-front-patio.jpg (caption: Buttercups - Relax in your patio area; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - front patio with outside dining area)
- 48. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-18-29.jpg (caption: Hayloft has a lovely enclosed garden and patio area)
- 49. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-20-15.jpg (caption: Hayloft - Comfortable and spacious accommodation)
- 50. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-33-41.jpg (caption: Hayloft has a lovely Kitchen/diner)
- 51. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/buttercups-and-hayloft-whitchurch-shropshire-2025-07-07-12-19-57.jpg (caption: Hayloft - The sitting room is light and airy)
- 52. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-37-11.jpg (caption: Under 5's Fun in the Play Area)
- 53. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-09-13-39-01.jpg (caption: Enjoy a team game of Basket Ball on the Sports Court)
- 54. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Buttercups-Haybarn-Whitchurch-Shropshire-2023-10-11-08-39-31.jpg (caption: Fun for all ages in the indoor pool)
- 55. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/IMG_4094.jpg (caption: Buttercups - one of the 4 family bathrooms; alt: Buttercup Haybarn - one of the family bathrooms)
- 56. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/bike store.jpg (caption: Bike store and Bike racks on site - Great local cycling; alt: Buttercups Haybarn - there is a bike store on site with fitted bike racks)

## Floor Plans

- No floor plans are available for this property.

## About The Property

Buttercups and Hayloft offers thoughtfully designed accommodation across two cottages, specifically aimed at the larger gatherings of family and friends. Sleeping 16 and 3 cots with 9 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and with a spacious and comfortable atmosphere throughout. Both cottages are very well-appointed and are thoughtfully designed with everything your guests might need during their stay.

To keep all of your guests of all ages entertained, we have excellent on-site facilities including exclusive shared use of the indoor heated swimming pool, multi sports court and under 5's area, along with access to the football field, picnic area, BBQs, bird watching and star gazing areas, Oak Acre Avenue, on-site parking, free WiFi and many great countryside walks.

Buttercups sleeps 10 guests and 2 cots across 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and Hayloft sleep 6 guests and 1 cot across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Both cottages are also pet friendly.

Dining for your 16 guests is  located in Buttercups, which has picturesque views over the Shropshire landscape through the floor to ceiling windows. Enjoy lingering over long dinners or celebration lunches where conversations flow as easily as the wine!

Both kitchens are exceptionally well equipped and have everything you will need to cater for a large group of all ages. There is also access to outside chefs who can bring anything from a 3 course meal to a wonderful afternoon tea to your door!!

These Georgian barns have been lovingly converted, keeping many original features of open beams and brick trusses, but have a modern feel through their fixtures and fittings.

Locally we have some great group attractions and activities, including Alderford Lake Aqua Park, Doodle Alley Pottery Painting, Rednall Go Karts, Hawkstone Follies walking trails!! Along with many historic places of interest to visit as well!

Our charming local market town of Whitchurch is just 2 miles away, boasting delightful artisan shops and boutiques, the Antiques Emporium, a variety of cafes, wine bars, restaurants and traditional pubs. It hosts a farmers' market on the first Saturday of every month.

## Facilities

- **Dog Friendly:** 1 dog welcome.
- **Accessibility:** Downstairs WC.
- **WiFi:** Free WiFi available and mobile reception for EE/Vodaphone/02.
- **Kitchen:** Electric range, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine. Very well equipped with utensils/pans/kettle/toaster.
- **Dining Room:** Table to dine 16 comfortably in Buttercups, in a charming and welcoming space with picturesque & serene views across the countryside
- **Sitting Room:** Buttercups sitting room is a bright, modern spacious, yet cozy space with leather sofa's. Hayloft has a woodburning stove for an intimate feel.
- **TV and Music Facilities:** Both cottages have a 55 inch SMART TV & Blu Ray player. The dining area in Buttercups has a 30inch TV. Both Cottages have CD/radio player & an Alexa.
- **Games Room:** A variety of board games and books with basket of childrens toys.
- **Heating and Open Fires:** Oil fired central heating throughout. William's Hayloft has a wood burning stove.
- **Bedrooms:** Buttercups: 2 doubles with en suite shower rooms, 1 double, 1 twin, 2 singles. Hayloft: 1 king with en-suite bathroom, 1 double, 1 bunkbeds.
- **Linen:** All linen is provided. A bath sheet and hand towel per person. Bath mat supplied for each bathroom. No bedding supplied for travel cots.
- **Bathrooms:** Bathroom 1: Bath, shower attachment, toilet, towel rail, Bathroom 2: Shower over bath, toilet, towel rail. 2 further en suite showers. Downstairs WC.
- **Children's Facilities:** Indoor pool, Under 5's Play Area, Multi Sports Court, Picnic Site, Walks, Bird Watching. Travel cot, highchair, stairgate, books, toys, cutlery.
- **Outdoor:** Patio areas and furniture, BBQs, Sports Court, Under 5s Play Area, Bike Store, Woodland Picnic Site, Walks, Bird Watching, Star Gazing, fields.
- **Swimming Pool:** Stunning indoor heated swimming pool (7.5m X 4m and 1.2m deep), open all year round. You book privately for your exclusive use of the pool.
- **Parking:** 8 off road car parking spaces next to your property, making very easy access to Buttercups Hay Barn and Williams Hayloft.
- **Smoking:** No smoking within cottage, including E-cigarettes, please. No candles, or fireworks, or sparklers on site.
- **Electric Vehicle Charging:** Two EV charging points on site.

## Rental Rates

### Headline rates

- From **£3100** per week
- From **£2590** for a 3-night weekend
- From **£2463** for a 2-night weekend

## Booking Information

- We accept Pay Pal & Credit/Debit Cards.
- Accept short breaks and week bookings all year round. Change over day is Friday: £300 damage deposit per cottage.
- Please note Maximum number of guests 16 + 3 infants (in cot bed).
- Guide prices only – please call or email for a firm quotation for your requested dates.

## Availability

Please contact the owner for available dates.

## Enquiry

- Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/buttercups-haybarn-whitchurch-shropshire#enquiry

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### Address

Address: Buttercups Hay Barn, Alkington, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 3NH, GB

Latitude: 52.9385699

Longitude: -2.7117119

### About The Area

3.5 hours from London. 1.5 hours from Manchester and Liverpool. Easy access from the A41 and A49.
Postcode is SY13 3NH. There is a Black and White sign with “Alkington Grange Barns” at the entrance.

### What's Nearby?

- **Location:** Whitchurch is a charming market town, with lots of artisan cafes, pubs, restaurants and a wide variety of shops & supermarkets, a great range of takeaways, a good taxi service and only 2 miles away.
- **Shop:** Tesco or Morrisons are 1.5 miles away in Whitchurch, there is also a Sainsburys, Aldi, Lidl & Iceland. There are several delicatessens in Whitchurch too. All supermarkets deliver.
- **Food and Drink:** Whitchurch has The Black Bear, Etzios, The Docket etc 1.5 miles The Combermere Arms has superb food & drink. The Dog & Bull at Coton is a wonderful family pub with great food about 4 miles away.
- **Airport:** Manchester airport 48 miles 1 Hour Approx. Liverpool Airport 52 miles 1 Hour Approx.
- **Train:** Whitchurch Station 2 miles.
- **Bus:** Whitchurch 1 miles.

## Owner Contact Details

- Contact name: James and Emma Blantern
- Phone: +44 (0)1948 880 002
- Email: shropshireholidaybarns@hotmail.co.uk
- Website: https://shropshireholidaybarns.co.uk