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Shropshire Hills Day 1
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 38.37 km -
Calculated time: 14h 15 -
Difficulty: Not specified -
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Return to departure point: Yes -
Vertical gain: + 1,147 m -
Vertical drop: - 1,145 m -
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Highest point: 528 m -
Lowest point: 186 m
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Country:
United Kingdom
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District:
Church Stretton -
Start/End: N 52.542355° / W 2.814131° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 242 m
- S/E : km 38.37 - alt. 244 m
Other walks in the area
The Stiperstones and Blakemoor Flat from the Knolls
Walker 7.75 km
+202 m
-160 m
2h 50
Easy
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 Hollies & Poles Coppice from near Habberley
Walker 7.25 km
+177 m
-181 m
2h 35
Easy
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 Wrekin from near Cluddley
Walker 3.78 km
+219 m
-173 m
1h 40
Easy
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
Walker 6.88 km
+336 m
-319 m
2h 55
Easy
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.
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