Since 1817….

In a stirring tale of over 200 years of secret recipes, historic gingerbread fraternities and rival gingerbread bakeries, the rural and historic Shropshire town of Market Drayton has witnessed an unrivalled heritage associated with the celebrated and spicy gingerbread biscuit.

Market Drayton’s first contribution to gingerbread is said to be linked to the spice trade routes & Clive of India, who hails from the town, and indeed, there are records of gingerbread being made by a Roland Lateward, malster, in Shropshire Street from 1793.

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1. Tyrley Locks – Shropshire Union Canal loop from Market Drayton

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02:20

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2. The Buttercross – Town Park loop from Market Drayton

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3. The Buttercross – Tudor House Pub loop from Market Drayton

4.20km

01:05

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Market Drayton, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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The Field's Kitchen (Former Billington’s Gingerbread Bakery)

1. Tyrley Locks – Shropshire Union Canal loop from Market Drayton

2. The Buttercross – Town Park loop from Market Drayton

3. The Buttercross – Tudor House Pub loop from Market Drayton

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