20 Walks in and Around Shrewsbury: from 2 to 6 Miles with Clear Route Descriptions and Maps

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This is a splendid walk or mountain bike ride through Shropshire from Cleobury Mortimer to Llanfair Waterdine. It passes through the wonderful Long Mynd in the Shropshire Hills AONB. View Full Details>> The walk begins at the splendid, medieval Ludlow Castle in Shropshire and heads towards Aymestrey, crossing the River Teme before passing through Mortimer Forest, Haye Park Wood and Deer Park. This section passes the excellent viewpoint at High Vinnalls and visits the British Iron Age hill fort at Croft Ambrey, where there are more fabulous views of the Herefordshire countryside. You can also explore the beautiful gardens surrounding the historic Croft Castle here. The route then passes the 18h century Welsh Bridge before crossing the river and heading through the town centre. You'll pass the noteworthy Shrewsbury Library which was the home of Shrewsbury School from 1550 until 1882. Soon after you return to the castle and the finish point of the walk. Perhaps nowhere else in England will you find a county so deeply rural and with so much variety as Shropshire. Choose a clear day, climb to the top of The Wrekin, and look down on that ‘land of lost content’ so wistfully evoked by A E Housman. Peer through your binoculars and trace the course of Britain’s longest river as the Severn sweeps through the county, from the Breidden Hills to Wyre Forest, slicing Shropshire in two. To the north is a patchwork of dairy fields, hedgerows, copses and crops, broken at intervals by rugged sandstone ridges such as Grinshill or Nesscliffe, and dissected by a complex network of canals. The route is easy to follow and is lined with stunning views of the countryside, which is especially beautiful in the spring and summer months.

Enjoy woodland trails, heather covered hills and wonderful views over the Shropshire countryside and Welsh hills in this country park near Shrewsbury. View Full Details>>

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The route runs along a ridge top overlooking Wales on the one side and England on the other with spectacular views for the duration of the ride. It runs for about 15 miles with a gradual descent when going from west to east. Thursday walks are graded between leisurely and moderate and range between 5 and 7 miles. We also have occasional Saturday walks using buses. The terrain and conditions are changeable, so suitable footwear is absolutely essential.

Each walk chapter begins with an overview including distance, grade, terrain, start and finish, OS grid reference and parking information. This is followed by detailed route finding instructions in numbered paragraphs, the numbers also being shown on the detailed coloured sketch maps. The book is also illustrated with colour photographs. To extend the walk simply continue north along the Severn Way. You'll soon come to Haughmond Hill where there's a number of woodland walking trails and a fine viewpoint over the town. This walk visits the pretty Shropshire village of Hodnet. The village is known for the delightful Hodnet Hall Gardens which are open to the public from March through to the end of October. View Full Details>>Wilfred's Walk follows blue markers on a four km circular tour of the area. It is named after Wilfred Owen the famous World War One poet who had links with the area. oak capped mounds. The park is located a couple of miles north of Telford town centre in Donnington Wood. It's perfect for a peaceful afternoon stroll with a variety of plantlife to see including Orchids, ox-eye daisy and cowslips. There are also splendid views of the surrounding countryside and a series of historic old mine buildings to see. The Hutchison Way walk passes through the park so there is the option of continuing your walk along this trail. View Full Details>> The route has been split into two separate gpx files. The first includes the section from Worcester to Bridport via the Midlands and Somerset. View Full Details>> This circular walk takes you to Pole Bank, the highest point on the Long Mynd in the Shropshire Hills AONB. Much of this beautiful area is owned and managed by the National Trust so there are good footpaths to follow to the 516m (1,693 ft) summit.

The walk starts next to the train station at Shrewsbury Castle. The red sandstone castle dates from the 11th century and sits on a hill directly above the station. You can explore the castle grounds for free or, for a fee, visit the museum which includes regimental pictures, uniforms, medals, weapons and other equipment from the 18th Century to the present day. Severn Way - Follow the River Severn from its source at Plynlimon in Powys, to Bristol, the mouth of the river The Nesscliffe Trail is a great way to spend the day, and it’s sure to be a memorable experience. The Long Mynd Valley Path Please use your car if possible to help with lifts for those who do not drive. Passengers are asked to make a contribution to the driver based on mileage.This 126-acre riverside park consists of woodland, meadows and riverside banks with views of the River Severn. The park has several lovely waymarked trails while National Cycle Route 45 also runs through the park. Features in the park include a lake with a bird hide, a woodland walk along a boardwalk and a delightful riverside path. There is also an informative visitor centre and picnic areas. View Full Details>> The path starts at Castle Fields, just to the north east of the train station. It then heads through Ditherington and Heathgate before finishing at Uffington next to Haughmond Hill. It's a nice flat path running for about 3 miles with views of the River Severn. The path takes you from Church Stretton to Cardingmill Valley, winding through the Long Mynd hills. There’s a spectacular view of the valley from the highest point on the trail, Pole Bank.