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The Wrekin from near Cluddley
Visorando Member
2.35 mi
+719 ft
-568 ft
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
4.27 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,047 ft
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.
The Hollies & Poles Coppice from near Habberley
4.50 mi
+581 ft
-594 ft
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 Long Mynd, Church Stretton, Wenlock Edge to Much Wenlock
18.12 mi
+1,299 ft
-2,349 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Ratlinghope (Shropshire)
A long walk, but mainly downhill. Beautiful & with old railway interest on Wenlock Edge around Presthope. Largely following the Jack Mytton way. Reduce the climbing by taking the east option just south of Church Stretton.
The Stiperstones and Blakemoor Flat from the Knolls
4.82 mi
+663 ft
-525 ft
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.
Wyre Forest and River Severn from Upper Arley
7.51 mi
+358 ft
-348 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Wyre Forest (Worcestershire)
A Worcestershire walk that includes a variety of landscape. The route starts from the banks of the River Severn and then enters the Wyre Forest before returning to the river banks for an undemanding path back to the start.
This walk through rural Worcestershire includes a wide variety of landscapes from the Wyre forest to the banks of the River Severn.
The Upper Arley
4.12 mi
+249 ft
-243 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Wyre Forest (Worcestershire)
A circular walk taking in tranquil riverside walking, cooling tracks through ancient woodland with the opportunity to explore Britain’s industrial heritage in the form of the Victoria Bridge and the Severn Valley Steam Railway.
Arley station to Trimpley reservoir
6.40 mi
+568 ft
-551 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Wyre Forest (Worcestershire)
This is a lovely walk with lovely views throughout, Starting from The Harbour inn. Its a relatively easy walk with only one stile, but classed here as average due to the steepish first 100yds. The walk covers about 6.5 miles in the Wyre, forest taking in Arley station, The Wyre forest, Victoria Bridge ,the Severn Valley railway, Crossing the Severn via a footbridge and Trimpley reservoir.
Pound Green, Bell Pits
3.01 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
1h 35
Easy
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.
Kinver Edge
4.44 mi
+512 ft
-489 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Kinver (Staffordshire)
A short Staffordshire walk that includes the chance to visit the Holy Austin Rock Houses that are preserved by the National Trust. The route uses generally well-signed paths although a good ense of direction is useful in this area.
Dowles Brook
4.68 mi
+135 ft
-144 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Bewdley (Worcestershire)
This walk guides the visitor through the heart of the Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve. The reserve is one of the largest ancient oak woodlands in England at nearly 550 hectares.
Erddig and Wat’s Dyke
Association / Club / Walk leader9.54 mi
+364 ft
-374 ft
4h 40
Moderate
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
2.47 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
1h 20
Easy
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
6.54 mi
+203 ft
-210 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ruabon (Wrexham)
A glimpse of the family seat of the Wynn family, after which the pub is named.
Allan’s Lockdown
2.81 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
A straightforward all-weather stroll with wide views over the beautiful Ceiriog valley.
Pen y Gwely
7.71 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,188 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
An upland hike with wonderful views to the Berwyn Mountains and Shropshire Hills.
Offa’s Dyke Taster
5.53 mi
+971 ft
-942 ft
3h 25
Difficult
Departure from Glyntraian (Wrexham)
Sample the National Trail and walk the historic earthwork overlooking Chirk Castle.
Far Forest
6.53 mi
+390 ft
-400 ft
3h 20
Easy
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.
Kinver, Cookley, Wolverley and Caunsall circular
7.20 mi
+138 ft
-144 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Kinver (Staffordshire)
A easy walk with a mixture of canal towpath with country lanes and footpath. Plenty of pubs along the way too with at least one at each village. Much of this could be quite muddy in wet weather and on the return journey approaching Cookley there may be horses loose in the field and around the riding school. Please do not feed them.
Bewdley to Forest of Discovery
6.36 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Bewdley (Worcestershire)
Wyre, Forest of Discovery is one of the largest ancient Oak woodlands in England and a haven for wildlife. This
walk has been developed as a partnership between the Forestry Commission and Worcestershire County Council. Follow the ‘Wyre butterfly’ logo from the notice board at Dog Lane Car Park in Bewdley for a walk that will keep you off the beaten track.
Wassell Wood
4.60 mi
+492 ft
-499 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bewdley (Worcestershire)
A varied walk taking in the beautiful river port town of Bewdley, the industrial heritage of the Severn Valley Railway and the beguiling story of Wassell Wood Camp. An opportunity to experience nature, landscapes and history all within a stones throw of Georgian Bewdley.
Bewdley River and Rail Circular Trail
8.23 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Bewdley (Worcestershire)
The Bewdley River and Rail Circular Trail gives you the opportunity to explore the Severn Valley by following the route of the River Severn four miles upstream from Bewdley to the hidden gem that is Upper Arley village. The return leg offers the opportunity to return to Bewdley; either under your own steam by walking back along the opposite bank of the river or by steam power utilising the historic Severn Valley Railway. (Charges apply, please check with SVR for times and prices.)
Hough Common and Lea Hall
4.80 mi
+102 ft
-105 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Wybunbury (Cheshire East)
A farmland stroll to a historic house through Wybunbury.
Dagfields and the Weaver
7.27 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
3h 25
Easy
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.
Wybunbury Moss
1.71 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Wybunbury (Cheshire East)
Stroll round a National Nature Reserve, featuring a rare bog habitat known as a schwingmoor.
St Leonard’s
3.67 mi
+430 ft
-436 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Ribbesford (Worcestershire)
A riverside meadow, forests and arable fi elds allows the visitor to explore a relatively small area of Worcestershire’s countryside, yet this small area is steeped in history and offers wonderful views across the Severn Valley.
Abberley
4.92 mi
+696 ft
-705 ft
2h 50
Easy
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.
Offa’s Dyke No3 (Monument)
4.16 mi
+436 ft
-456 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Powys
A little easy walk taking in some of Offa’s Dyke path mid Wales and some beautiful scenery.
Such an unspoilt walk / area with the entire walk.
Wildlife included Red Kites which were flying very close to us, a selection of Eurasian birds, rabbits & the usual sheep which we see a lot of in this area.
The route is very well sign posted over the hills…
This walk is rated moderate as there are some hilly sections that can be difficult for some people.
Wedgwood’s Monument
5.75 mi
+407 ft
-433 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Audley Rural (Staffordshire)
A stroll through woodland to a historic blast furnace and then a monument with a fine view.
Apedale Country Par
7.38 mi
+538 ft
-551 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Audley Rural (Staffordshire)
A fine walk with the chance to descend a coal mine or ride a steam train.
Hartlebury plus common and viaduct circular
5.38 mi
+184 ft
-200 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Hartlebury (Worcestershire)
This is an easy circular walk starting either at The White Hart Hartlebury or St. James Church a few yards away across the road.
Wales to England & back again!
10.05 mi
+971 ft
-965 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Presteigne (Powys)
A nice testing walk up some steep hills... starting as you walk north out of Presteigne on a road that the border runs along climbing up to see some fantastic panoramic views at The Warren. Once you leave the road, the ground is a bit lumpy heading east for a short distance before heading down towards The Globe woods which are a delightful view with rolling countryside.
The path is well marked but with not much traffic, the flora is quite wild with bracken 6ft tall in places...
Head down towards the Stapleton ruins which are not accessible to the public but a beautiful view from a distance
Presteigne Loop
4.10 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Presteigne (Powys)
A delightful easy walk around the historic town of Presteigne taking in some beautiful countryside getting very close to the local sheep / cows and we saw a couple of rabbits along the way.
Part of the route follows the River Lugg (Powys) in which you can stand on a bridge with one foot in England & one foot in Wales!
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