The Hollies & Poles Coppice from near Habberley
Departure from Pontesbury (Shropshire)
This Shropshire walk explores the countryside to the north of the Stiperstones. The route is generally on well marked paths and tracks. One of the highlights of the walk is the area known as the Hollies which is home to some of the oldest Holly trees in the UK, with some dating back over 400 years.
The Stiperstones and Blakemoor Flat from the Knolls
Departure from Ratlinghope (Shropshire)
A short walk in the Shropshire Hills that provides some wonderful views. The Stiperstones have a rocky quartzite ridge and this provides a dramatic backdrop to the walk.
The Wrekin from near Cluddley
Departure from Little Wenlock (Telford and Wrekin)
This Shropshire walk takes the direct approach to the summit of the Wrekin near Telford. The views are good especially on clear days and it makes a perfect half day walk.
A Wrekin circuit from near Cluddley
Departure from Little Wenlock (Telford and Wrekin)
An ascent of the Wrekin, near Telford, makes an excellent half day walk. This route offers good views over the Shropshire countryside. It must be noted that there are two short but steep sections of ascent onto the main ridge but the views are outstanding on a clear day and worth the effort.
Allan’s Lockdown
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
A straightforward all-weather stroll with wide views over the beautiful Ceiriog valley.
Pen y Gwely
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
An upland hike with wonderful views to the Berwyn Mountains and Shropshire Hills.
Offa’s Dyke Taster
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
Sample the National Trail and walk the historic earthwork overlooking Chirk Castle.
Erddig and Wat’s Dyke
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
An all-day walk to a historic house set in a riverside country park, plus a long section of Wat’s Dyke.
Gardden hillfort
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
A short walk full of history: ancient Offa’s Dyke, a 19th-century icehouse and an Iron Age hillfort.
Wynnstay Estate
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
A glimpse of the family seat of the Wynn family, after which the pub is named.
Pound Green, Bell Pits
Departure from Wyre Forest (Worcestershire)
Farmland, Forestry and Heathland invite the visitor to explore the historical and landscape character that make Pound Green a special place to experience Worcestershire’s rural charm.
Far Forest
Departure from Rock (Worcestershire)
Take a walk on the wild side and explore a more secluded part of the magnificent forest of Wyre. Enjoy the serenity of wooded paths and open pasture land on this 6.5 mile walk through a hidden part of Worcestershire.
Abberley
Departure from Abberley (Worcestershire)
An enjoyable circular walk, combining woods and views from Abberley Hill with lanes and fields below, and taking in part of the Worcestershire Way. The walk is indicated by the ‘Abberley Clock Tower’ waymark.
Hough Common and Lea Hall
Departure from Wybunbury (Cheshire East)
A farmland stroll to a historic house through Wybunbury.
Dagfields and the Weaver
Departure from Wybunbury (Cheshire East)
A field walk to a popular local craft centre, returning via the valley of the River Weaver.
Warning : The bridge at waypoint 4 is closed. It isn't scheduled to be reopened until 2023. For now we suggest this walk as a return and not as a loop until an alternative is found.
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