# FSC Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Shropshire Hostel-style accommodation in the heart of Shropshire sleeping up to 131 with games room, for families, activity clubs, educational and faith groups ## At a Glance - Sleeps 35 - 131 - 47 bedrooms - Dining for 80 ## Images - Total images stored: 12 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford House.jpg (caption: FSC Preston Montford House; alt: FSC Preston Montford House) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford 1 cropped.jpg (caption: Preston Montford Canteen; alt: FSC Preston Montford Canteen) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford 2.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fsc-preston-montford-shrewsbury-shropshire-2024-04-05-12-25-57.jpg (caption: Bedroom) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford Dormitory.jpg (caption: Preston Montford Dormitory; alt: FSC Preston Montford Dormitory) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford Bathroom cropped.jpg (caption: Preston Montford Bathroom; alt: FSC Preston Montford Bathroom) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Prswton Montford - Queen Anne common room.jpg (caption: Queen Anne Common Room; alt: Queen Anne Common Room) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford & Classroom.jpg (caption: Preston Montford and Classroom; alt: FSC Preston Montford and Classroom) - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford - Darwin building.jpg (caption: Darwin Building; alt: Darwin Building) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford Grounds.jpg (caption: Preston Montford Grounds; alt: FSC Preston Montford Grounds) - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/FSC Preston Montford in the countryside.jpg (caption: Preston Montford in the Countryside; alt: FSC Preston Montford in the Countryside) - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/fsc-preston-montford-shrewsbury-shropshire-2024-04-05-12-26-05.jpg ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property FSC Preston Montford has 131 beds across 3 blocks with 47 bedrooms in total: - The main house has 18 dormitory rooms, majority with en-suites. These can provide a total of 58 beds - The Wenlock building is on the ground floor – suitable for the less mobile and has 10 twin bedded en-suite rooms and 2 triple en-suite bedrooms, one of which is suitable for wheelchair access - The Darwin building has 17 en-suite rooms sleeping 51 with a ground floor wheelchair accessible room. Z-beds available on request, please confirm availability first. We do not have cots, but you are welcome to bring your own. Queen Anne Common Room (ground floor main house) – Chesterfield Sofas that seat roughly 25 with options to add chairs to accommodate around 40 Theatre Style. TV/DVD facilities and some board games available. Darwin Common Room (Darwin block) - 20 informal/conference/theatre style seating with TV/DVD facilities. The Ante Room – in the Main House and can seat 12 people. TV and table football. Conference suitable space – Largest conference space seats 65 in Caradoc classroom or 100 in the dining room, lecture style seating although no whiteboard in dining room. Class/work rooms & capacities – 6 of varying sizes seating from 24-65 people, all have interactive whiteboards with ceiling - mounted data projectors and internet access for WiFi enabled laptops. There is a licensed bar stocked with local ales, spirits, wines, soft drinks and snacks and a shop. These are not available to self-catering groups unless special arrangements are made prior to the visit. Camping is available in adjacent field for extra fee. Please ask for more details. Activities can be arranged for both adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance. Please ask for more information. Sorry - no hens or stags. Within the 12 hectare estate there are picnic tables, orienteering courses, a small 5-a-side football area, sensory garden, space for marquee on back field/lawn/carpark. There are 2 campfire areas with space for 30 people at each. Walking paths through fields and woodland areas. Nearest shops/pubs/banks can be found in Shrewsbury, a 10 min drive away. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** We do not accommodate pets. Special arrangements will be made for Assistance Dogs. - **Accessibility:** 2 twin bedded rooms with en-suite facilities on the ground floor in Darwin and Wenlock buildings, one of which is suitable for wheelchair access. - **WiFi:** There is WiFi connection throughout FSC Preston Montford. Mobile signal varies depending on network. - **Kitchen:** Self-catering kitchen only for groups that hire out the whole centre. Contains rational oven, electric hob and oven, deep fat fryer and dishwasher. - **Dining Room:** Dining room seating up to 80 people in one sitting. It has round tables and chairs. - **Sitting Room:** There are three common rooms with TV and DVD facilities. Several classroom/workrooms available for extra space, largest seats 65 lecture style. - **TV and Music Facilities:** TV and DVD facilities in common rooms. - **Games Room:** There are games available including table football and board games. - **Heating and Open Fires:** No open fire inside. - **Bedrooms:** A mixture of dormitory rooms and single or twin rooms. - **Linen:** All linen provided. Please provide your own towels. - **Bathrooms:** Majority of rooms are en suite, others have bathrooms near by. - **Children's Facilities:** There are games available including table football and board games. - **Outdoor:** 12 hectare estate with picnic tables, an outdoor shelter, orienteering courses, a small 5-a-side football area and a sensory garden. - **Parking:** There is parking available at the centre for approx. 50 cars plus more space on grassed areas (in dry weather) if required. - **Smoking:** No smoking/vaping indoors. Only permitted in the designated smoking area outside. ## Rental Rates ### Additional rates | Period | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Typical exclusive use, self catered peak rate 2025 price | - | - | - | £2117 | | Typical exclusive use, self catered off-peak 2025 price | - | - | - | £1688 | Prices shown in GBP. ## Booking Information - Holding deposit: - - Exclusive use: £500 or 10% of the total booking fee (whichever is higher). Full payment required for bookings £500 or less. Invoiced at time of booking, payment due within 28 days of invoice to secure booking. - - Shared use: £150 or 10% of the total booking fee (whichever is higher). Full payment required for bookings £150 or less. Invoiced at time of booking, payment due within 28 days of invoice to secure booking. - - Balance of the booking cost: - - Total booking cost minus the deposit paid. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less). - - Refundable damage/security deposit for exclusive use from £1000. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less). ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/fsc-preston-montford-shrewsbury-shropshire#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [Heart of England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/heart-of-england) > [Shropshire](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/shropshire) > [Shrewsbury](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/shrewsbury) ### Address Address: Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 1DX, GB Latitude: 52.7236559 Longitude: -2.8408273 ### About The Area FSC Preston Montford is located 6 miles west of Shrewsbury. Less than 1 hour from Birmingham. Less than 2 hours from Manchester & Liverpool. 3 hours from Central London. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Shrewsbury - 6 miles away - historic market town with a full rage of shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. - **Food and Drink:** Shrewsbury - wide variety of pubs and restaurants to choose from - **Airport:** Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 40 miles. - **Train:** Shrewsbury Railway Station, 6 miles. There is a taxi rank outside the station and FSC Preston Montford is a 10-minute journey. - **Bus:** There is a bus from Shrewsbury bus station to Montford Bridge, which is then a 15-minute walk from FSC Preston Montford. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: FSC Marketing - Phone: +44 (0)8453 307 378 - Email: enquiries@field-studies-council.org