Route Description: A walk around the Lyth Hill Countryside Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Carparks available off Lyth Hill Road
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.08MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Northern Shropshire has many protected landscapes including the National Nature Reserve at Whixall and Wem Moss. Whether you enjoy hiking the hills, strolling through superb scenery or rambling along rivers and canals, there are walks to suit all tastes.
Points of Interest: Nescliffe & Corbett Wood
View Leaflet: Click Here (896KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to the old canal towpath near Weston Wharf. Public access until 01/09/2013. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: One of 2 walks around Nesscliffe Countryside SIte specially designed to appeal to families with young children
Parking Information: Pines Carpark
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.36MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A walk around the Llanymynech Limeworks Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Points of Interest: Limekiln
Parking Information: Start at the car park in Llanymynech next to the British Waterways depot. If this is full use car park between the Dolphin Inn and the Post Office/Shop.
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.17MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: One of 2 walks around Nesscliffe Countryside Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Pine Carpark
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.45MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A walk across the Cliffe near Nesscliffe Countryside SIte specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Pines Carpark
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.55MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA conservation walk allowing permissive open access to land offering extensive views over North Shropshire & Cheshire Plain. Access until 30/09/2014 Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to a network of routes on open farm land at Pen-yr-estyn. Public access until 30/09/2010. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access creating a circular route from the village of Hadnall. Public access intil 01/09/2013. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: A walk around the Battlefield Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Surfaced carpark available.
View Leaflet: Click Here (841KB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A short circular walk around Ellesmere taking in Cremorne Gardens, The mere and the Shropshire Union Canal.
Points of Interest: Ellesmere Visitor Centre & Boathouse Café SY12 0PA, Creamorne Gardens
View Leaflet: Click Here (538KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A short circular walk around a classic 'kettle hole' mere created by a melting glacier chunk after the last 'ice age'. Wildlife and Flowers.
Points of Interest: Shropshire Union Canal
View Leaflet: Click Here (538KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A longer walk around Colmere taking in the Shropshire Union Canal and country lanes around Clarepool Moss.
Points of Interest: Shropshire Union Canal
View Leaflet: Click Here (538KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: What ever your interests, explore the beautiful Mere countryside and its wildlife on this longer walk from Ellesmere to Welshampton and back.
Points of Interest: Ellesmere Visitor Centre & Boathouse Café SY12 0P
View Leaflet: Click Here (538KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing premissive access to farmland which is managed for the benefit of wildlife. Public access until October 2013Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to farmland alongside the River Roden. Public Access until 30/09/2014. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to open farmland managed as a wildlife refuge. Public access until 30/09/2010. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to a circular route around Wolverley and the River Roden. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to interesting open arable fields. Public access until 30/09/2014. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: Follow the special ‘Walking for Life’ way markers around these short walks in Market Drayton, and experience fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.74MB)
View Poster: Click Here (758KB)
Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 01743 255068
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk

Route Description: A walk around the Brown Moss Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Carpark available
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.25MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A walk around the Colemere Countryside Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Carparking available
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.12MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: One of 2 walks around the Ellesmere Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children
Parking Information: Carparking available
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.04MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: One of 2 walks around the Ellesmere Heritage Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children
Parking Information: Carparking available
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.00MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A walk around the Grinshill & Corbet Wood Countryside Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Carpark at Corbet Wood
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.45MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A leaflet containing 4 short walks between 2 and 3.4 miles long around the town of Market Drayton.
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.03MB)
Leaflet available from: Outdoor Recreation
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A leaflet containing 4 short walks, between 1.6 & 3.1 miles in and around the town of Ellesmere.
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.69MB)
Leaflet available from: Outdoor Recreation
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@ashropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A leaflet containing 4 walks between 1.5 & 2.8 miles in and around the town of Whitchurch.
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.08MB)
Leaflet available from: Outdoor Recreation
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: A leaflet containing 4 walks between 2 & 3.4 miles long in and around the town of Wem.
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.83MB)
Leaflet available from: Outdoor Recreation
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The 283km's of Offa's Dyke National Trail runs from Chepstow to Prestatyn. Three sections of the trail lie within the county of Shropshire. Amounting to 45km of the total trail large sections of the dyke survive intact.
Points of Interest: Offa's Dyke Visitor centre at Knighton.
View Leaflet: Click Here (821KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Nearest train station: Welshpool, Knighton

Route Description: The Shropshire Hills are a protected landscape designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Whether you enjoy hiking the hills, strolling through superb scenery or rambling along river valleys, there are walks to suit all tastes and abilities.
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.32MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow, 552/553 bus

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to flower rich pastures along the banks of Brockton Brook. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access along Workhouse Brook linking to public footpaths. Public access until 30/09/2012. Link
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Encouraging sustainable travel throughout the Shropshire Hills, this leaflet highlights a great walk you can do using public transport. Split into two sections from Church stretton to Pontesbury via Pulverbatch. Shropshire Hills Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009 and link in with this walk.
Points of Interest: Church Stretton, Carding Mill Valley, The Long Mynd, The Portway, Picklescott Hill, Pulverbatch
View Leaflet: Click Here (675KB)
Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Shrewsbury & Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat),

Route Description: Superb walk along the Long Mynd and down into Carding Mill Valley.
Points of Interest: The Portway, 5000 year old ridge way.
Parking Information: 546 bus service (hourly) Shrewsbury to Pulverbatch (Mon - Sat).
View Leaflet: Click Here (36KB)
Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 546 Shrewsbury to Pulverbatch bus service

Route Description: A woodland walk along the Wenlock Edge, following the line of the old railway from Much Wenlock to Roman Bank. Especially good in the early spring when the woodland flowers proliferate.
Points of Interest: Wenlock Edge, Ippikins Rock and Major's Leap, Wenlock Quarry, Wilderhope Manor
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.72MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Gentle walk through mixed farmland with stunning views of Titterstone Clee, Ludlow Castle and the River Teme.
Points of Interest: Ludlow Food Centre and Ludlow Castle.
Parking Information: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon to Sat). 738 bus service Ludlow to Knighton (Mon to Sat).
View Leaflet: Click Here (38KB)
Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms & Ludlow
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service, 738 bus service

Route Description: A gentle ramble exploring the Acton Scott estate and the sleepy hamlets of the Chelmick Valley. The route has a short cut to allow walkers to take a shorter option.
Points of Interest: Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
View Leaflet: Click Here (433KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk

Route Description: An inspiring five and a half mile walk taking in two traditional Shropshire country pubs
Points of Interest: The Green Caravan Park
Parking Information: The owners of the Horseshoe Inn are happy for walkers to park in the small enclosed car park on the right, next to the river. They ask walkers not to park in the spaces directly in front of the pub. Please park sensibly and allow room for the pub's patrons. Alternative parking can be found at The Crown Inn at Wentnor which is shown at point 6 of the Adstone Walk guide (SO385 927). Or use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk).
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.90MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009

Route Description: A delightful walk along Darnford Valley, known locally as the golden valley because of its flowering gorse. The route includes a shortcut.
Points of Interest: Thresholds Centre
Parking Information: The owners of the Horseshoe Inn are happy for walkers to park in the small enclosed car park on the right, next to the river. They ask walkers not to park in the spaces directly in front of the pub. Please park sensibly and allow room for the pub's patrons. Alternative parking can be found on the verge adjacent to 'Thresholds' shown between points 9 and 10 in the Darnford Walk guide (SO411 994). Or use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk)
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.89MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009

Route Description: The volcanic rocks of the Stretton Hills are some of the oldest in Britain, formed about 560 million years ago, and thrust up from below by movements along the Church Stretton Fault.
Points of Interest: Superb views of the Shropshire Hills including Wenlock Egde & the Wrekin
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.47MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)

Route Description: Titterstone Clee is a living landscape famous for the black Dhustone, still quarried today: A visit will reveal some clues to this industrial heritage; from some of the earliest concrete quarry buildings to the mounds caused by ‘bell pit’ coal mining.
Points of Interest: Iron Age hillfort, mining heritage, superb views across the Shropshire Hills.
Parking Information: parking in Clee Hill village or on Titterstone Clee
View Leaflet: Click Here (567KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Route Description: Abdon Burf and Clee Burf are the twin summits which make up Brown Clee, the highest point in Shropshire. The walk to the top is a steady climb, but worth it for the panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills.
Points of Interest: Abdon Burf and Nordy Bank Hillfort
View Leaflet: Click Here (222KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Route Description: This popular loop involves a steep ascent to the hill fort. Link
Points of Interest: Takes in one of the best examples of an Iron Age hill fort in the country.
Parking Information: Free car park with picnic tables and bike stands.
Leaflet available from: West Midlands Forest District
Telephone: 01889 586593
Email: georgina.sharpe@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

Route Description: This walk has a short sharp ascent to the crowning hill fort and superb views over the surrounding countryside. Link
Points of Interest: 360 degree views from the hill fort.
Parking Information: Free car park with picnic tables and bike stands.
Leaflet available from: West Midlands Forest District
Telephone: 01889 586593
Email: georgina.sharpe@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

Route Description: The longest trail on Bury Ditches goes through varied woodland. Link
Points of Interest: Fantastic views in clear days.
Parking Information: Free car park with picnic tables and bike stands.
Leaflet available from: West Midlands Forest District
Telephone: 01889 586593
Email: georgina.sharpe@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

Route Description: A moderately long walk in the shadow of the Stiperstones Ridge National Nature Reserve. Starting and finishing at the Bog Visitor Centre the route provides fascinating insights into the areas industrial and historic past.
Points of Interest: The Bog Visitor Centre, Nipstone Rock, Shelve Pool
Parking Information: Use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles to access this walk (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk).
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.76MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009

Route Description: Starting and finishing at Acton Scott Historic Working Farm Museum this route includes many stunning views of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Long Mynd & Caer Caradoc are both visible from the summit of Ragleth Hill.
Points of Interest: Acton Scott Historic Working Farm SY6 6QN, Ragleth Hill
View Leaflet: Click Here (389KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.actonscottmuseum.co.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing premissive access to species rich pastures and historic remains. Public access until September 2010. Link to route map
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: wm.amu@naturalengland.org.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access along grassy field margins with fantastic views across the Shropshire Hills. Access until 30/09/2012. Link
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to small naturally regenerated woodlands close to Hatton Manor. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to the grassey boundary of arable fields. Public access until 30/09/2013. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to circular walks with views of the Shropshire Hills. Public access until 30/09/2013. Link
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to woods and the banks of the River Camlad. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: Follow in the footsteps of the famous postman-writer from Cleobury Mortimer on this eighteen mile circular walk in the Rea Valley. Link
Points of Interest: Cleobury Mortimer, Neen Savage Ford, Detton Hall Farm, Prescott Mill, Oreton Post Office
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.46MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The start of the Jack Mytton Way linking Cleobury Mortimer to Chelmarsh. A route of great variety from quiet lanes and countryside to riverside views and steam railways. Great walking along this long distance bridleway.
Points of Interest: Cleobury Mortimer - attractive market town, Stottesdon village pub, Rays Farm, Highley
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.53MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The second part of the Jack Mytton Way. A pleasing walk over 17 miles with excellent views of the Severn and Mor Brooke valleys. Finishing in the fine Shropshire market town of Much Wenlock.
Points of Interest: Barrow Church, Much Wenlock Priory, Refreshments and toilets at Chelmarsh and Much Wenlock
View Leaflet: Click Here (2.35MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The fourth part of the Jack Mytton Way. A glorious walk through the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Expect breathtaking views and some facinating history.
Points of Interest: Carding Mill Valley, The Long Mynd, Midlands Gliding Club. Refreshments & toilets in Church Stretton
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.98MB)
Leaflet available from: Shire Hall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: mick.krupa@shropshire-cc.gov.uk

Route Description: The fifth part of the Jack Mytton Way. Still in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, more wonderful views and a stop over in the delightful market town of Clun. See the Green Man and the Frost Queen on May Day.
Points of Interest: Lydbury North, Walcott Hall, Bury Ditches, Clun Castle, Guilden Down & Clun
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.65MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The sixth part of the Jack Mytton Way. Starting in the delightful Norman market town of Clun and following Offa's Dyke for much of its route. A hilltop, windblown, wonder of a walk with insprining views of the Welsh mountains.
Points of Interest: Clun, Offa's Dyke and Llanfair Hill. Refreshments and toilets at Clun and Llanfair Waterdine
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.55MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The seventh part of the Jack Mytton Way. Heading away from the main route, this super climbs past the twin summits of Brown Clee on its way back to Cleobury Mortimer.
Points of Interest: Boncroft Castle, Tugford, Heath & Heath Chapel, Clee St. Margaret, Nordy Bank Iron Age Hill Fort.
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.80MB)
Leaflet available from: Shire Hall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: mick.krupa@shropshire-cc.gov.uk

Route Description: The eighth part of the Jack Mytton Way. This is the concluding section of the link from the Corvedale to the start. Expect wonderful views along the River Rea valley walking in the footsteps of the poet postman Simon Evans.
Points of Interest: The Simon Evans Way, Titterstone Clee and Cramer Gutter Nature Reserve
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.86MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Follow the special ‘Walking for Life’ way markers around these short walks in Ludlow, and experience the beautiful medieval town and surrounding countryside.
Points of Interest: Ludlow Market Square, St Peters Church, The Linney, Ludlow Castle, St Leonards Church
View Leaflet: Click Here (3.57MB)
View Poster: Click Here (726KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255059
Email: sarah.arden@shropshire-cc.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk

Nearest train station: Ludlow

Route Description: This is a circular route within the town of Cleobury Mortimer, with local interests. This is part of an increasing series of local walks for you to improve your strength and stamina.
Points of Interest: The route is in town centre of Cleobury Mortimer,with various facilities
Leaflet available from: Abbey Foregate
Telephone: 01743 255066
Email: sarah.rollason@shropshire-cc.gov.uk

Nearest bus route: 292 daily bus service

Route Description: Leaflet describing walks and the many attractions of the Stiperstones area.
Points of Interest: Habberley Village and pub, Stiperstones National Nature Reserve, Hollies Nature Reserve,
Parking Information: Use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles(www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk) to explore this area.
View Leaflet: Click Here (462KB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 0116 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27 Sept 2009

Route Description: A walk around Rectory Wood and Field Countryside Site specially designed to appeal to families with young children.
Parking Information: Car parking is available just past the turning for the Longmynd Hotel on Cunnery Road on the right.
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.03MB)
Leaflet available from: Visitor Information Centres
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service (Mon - Sat)

Route Description: A variety of walks around Woodbatch Farm and the Wintles taking you on parts of the Shropshire Way and Kerry Ridgeway long distance trails, with views across the hills and valleys including Corndon Hill and the Camlad River.
Parking Information: WIthin the town of Bishops Castle
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.42MB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops CAstle Visitor Information Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: A leaflet with 3 different ability and length routes from Bishops Castle east towards Lydbury North
Parking Information: Within Bishops Castle Town Centre
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.88MB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Information Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: A leaflet with 3 walks south of Bishops Castle towards Colebatch and Blakeridge Woods with views over Bury Ditches.
Parking Information: Carpark on Harley Jenkins Street, Bishops Castle
View Leaflet: Click Here (694KB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Information Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: Leaflet with 3 walks to the north of Clunton, all three requiring varying amounts of uphill climbing, with the reward of outstanding views across South Shropshire and the Welsh Borderlands.
Parking Information: Old Crown Pub on B4368 in Clunton
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.00MB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Information Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: 3 walks to the South of Clunton, with uphill climbs.
Parking Information: Crown Inn on B4368 Clunton
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.27MB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: 5 short walks surrounding Bishops castle Town Centre
Parking Information: Bishops Castle Town centre
View Leaflet: Click Here (688KB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: 3 shrot walks around Bishops castle, with stiles and some short hill climbs.
Parking Information: In Bishops Castle
View Leaflet: Click Here (713KB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: Three further short walks around Bishops Castle.
Parking Information: In bishops Castle
View Leaflet: Click Here (581KB)
Leaflet available from: Bishops Castle Visitor Centre
Telephone: 01588 638467
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk

Route Description: Three walks around the village of Hope Bagot. Available to purchase from Hope Bagot Church.
Points of Interest: Hope Bagot Church, views of Clee Hill
Leaflet available from: Hope Bagot Church
Email: chaskench@btinternet.com
Website: www.hopebagot.org.uk

Route Description: A walk along paths and lanes travelled for thousands of years
Points of Interest: The Stiperstones, Bog Mine, Linley Beeches, More Church
Parking Information: parking available at both Bridges and Bishop's Castle or use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk)
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.02MB)

Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route1.htm

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009

Route Description: This wonderful walk takes you along some of the quietest places in Shropshire
Points of Interest: Cefns ridge, Offas Dyke
Parking Information: parking in both Bishop's Castle and Clun, or use Shropshire Hills Shuttles (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk)
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route2.htm

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27th Sept 2009

Route Description: A walk with hilltop forts and ancient common land that shows you what makes Shropshire so special.
Points of Interest: Bury Ditches, Burrow camp, Hopesay common
Parking Information: parking at Clun, Bury Ditches, Hopesay and Craven Arms or use Shropshire Hills Shuttles(www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk)
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route3.htm

Nearest train station: Craven Arms
Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27 Sept 2009

Route Description: A wonderful new walk that takes you along some of the quietest and most delightful lanes in the County
Points of Interest: Stokesay Castle, Aldon Gutter, Bromfield Church
Parking Information: Parking at Discovery Centre Craven Arms and Ludlow
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route4.htm

Nearest train station: Church Stretton & Ludlow
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow

Route Description: a walk from Ludlow over Titterstone Clee through land shaped by man over 3000 years
Points of Interest: Caynham Camp, Titterstone Clee
Parking Information: Parking at start and finish
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route5.htm

Route Description: A walk over Brown Clee and through Corvedale to Wilderhope Manor YHA on Wenlock Edge
Points of Interest: Brown Clee hill the highest point in Shropshire, ancient bellpits, disused quarry workings
Parking Information: parkin at start and finish
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route6.htm

Route Description: A wonderful walk along Wenlock Edge and on to Church Stretton via Acton Scott historic working farm
Points of Interest: Wenlock Edge, Acton Scott, Ragleth Hill
Parking Information: parkin at start, finish and Acton Scott
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route7.htm

Route Description: a walk up Cardingmill valley and over the Long Mynd on ancient track ways
Points of Interest: Cardingmill Valley, The Portway, Golden Valley
Parking Information: parking at start and finish. Use Shropshire Hills Shuttles(www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk)
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route8.htm

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27 Sept 2009

Route Description: A walk along the length of the great hog's back of the Long Mynd along the ancient Portway Track
Points of Interest: bronze age cairns, a prehistoric trackway
Parking Information: parking at start and close to finish
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route9.htm

Route Description: A walk along the length of Wenlock Edge
Points of Interest: Wenlock Edge
Parking Information: parking at start and finish
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Telephone: 01743 255067
Email: jim.stabler@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: http://www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire%2Dway/route10.htm

Route Description: Explore the Stiperstones landscape at a leisurely pace, discovering villages and hidden valleys, and relishing the far-reaching views from the high ground.
Points of Interest: Bog Mine, Snailbeach Mine, Stiperstones ridge
Parking Information: Use the Shropshire Hills Shuttles (www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk) or parking at the Bog, Snailbeach, Stiperstones, Tankerville Lead mine.
Leaflet available from: Outdoor Recreation
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: parks@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest bus route: Shuttles run every weekend until 27 Sept 2009

Route Description: The walk leads through woodland and tracks to the hamlet of Stowe where old farmsteads nestle beneath the church. It then proceeds through pastures to Kinsley Wood and borderland town of Knighton and the Offas Dyke Visitor Centre.
Points of Interest: River Teme and Teme valley, Offas Dyke Visitor Centre
Parking Information: Car free walk!Catch the Heart of Wales train to Bucknell railway station (daily) and to Knighton. Or use the 738/740 bus from Knighton or Ludlow to Bucknell (Mon - Sat). Contact Traveline for details on 0870 608 206 08.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Bucknell or Knighton
Nearest bus route: 738/740 bus from Knighton or Ludlow to Bucknell

Route Description: Beautiful walk through rich farmland of the Teme Valley with superb views of the Clee Hills and Stokesay Castle.
Points of Interest: Ludlow Food Centre, Stokesay Castle, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
Parking Information: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms and Ludlow
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)

Route Description: Gentle walk through mixed farmland with superb views.
Points of Interest: Caynham Camp (Iron Age hillfort).
Parking Information: 292 daily bus service Ludlow to Kidderminster
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Ludlow
Nearest bus route: 292 bus service Ludlow to Kidderminster

Route Description: Steep walk up Titterstone Clee, but worth it for the panaramic views across the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Points of Interest: Titterstone Clee
Parking Information: Use 141 bus service from Ludlow (only one bus a day Mon - Sat). Return from Clee Hill Village on 292 bus to Ludlow, or follow Shropshire Way to Ludlow.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Ludlow
Nearest bus route: 141 bus service Ludlow to Bridgnorth

Route Description: Climb the beautiful Ashbrook Valley and emerge on top of the heather clad Long Mynd with panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills and beyond.
Points of Interest: The Portway, 5000 year old ridge way.
Parking Information: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)

Route Description: 10 mile walk through the stunning Shropshire Hills, climbing Ragleth Hill, passing Acton Scott and walking along Wenlock Edge.
Points of Interest: Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, end walk at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
Parking Information: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat) or regualr train service between Church Stretton and Craven Arms
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHOANBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Church Stretton
Nearest bus route: 435 bus service Shrewsbury to Ludlow (Mon - Sat)

Route Description: Excellent walk though varied landscape of the Shropshire Hills.
Points of Interest: Stiperstones ridge, the Bog Mine, Linley Beeches.
Parking Information: 552/553 7-day bus service to Bishop's Castle from Shrewsbury.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 674080
Email: SHAONBO@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms/Shrewsbury
Nearest bus route: 552/553 7-day bus service to Bishop's Castle

Route Description: Explore the quiet countryside surrounding Craven Arms
Points of Interest: Flounders Folly
Parking Information: Parking at the Discovery Centre.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 676060
Email: discovery.centre@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms
Nearest bus route: 435 Shrewsbury - Ludlow bus service

Route Description: An easy walk for all the family along the River Onny.
Points of Interest: River Onny
Parking Information: Parking at the Discovery Centre.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 676060
Email: discovery.centre@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms
Nearest bus route: 435 Shrewsbury - Ludlow bus service

This route has easy access.

Route Description: Explore the woodlands around Craven Arms, some steep climbs.
Points of Interest: Norton Camp. Short-cut via Stokesay Castle
Parking Information: Parking at the Discovery Centre
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 676060
Email: discovery.centre@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms
Nearest bus route: 435 Shrewsbury - Ludlow bus service

Route Description: This walk takes you across Hopesay Common and up Wart Hill, an ancient hillfort and along the River Onny.
Points of Interest: Hopesay Common, Wart Hill
Parking Information: Parking at the Discovery Centre
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Telephone: 01588 676060
Email: discovery.centre@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshirehills.info

Nearest train station: Craven Arms
Nearest bus route: 435 Shrewsbury - ludlow bus service

Route Description: The Hoffman Hike derives its name from the Hoffman Kiln, one of the only three remaining 20th century lime burning kilns in Britain. The kiln, chimney and Llanymynech Hill provide the backdrop.
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Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshire.gov.uk/countryside

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to species rich limestone grasslands containing small ponds. Access until 30/09/2013. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: Follow the special Walking for Life way markers around these short walks along part of the historic Wats Dyke and to Oswestry’s ancient hill fort.
Points of Interest: Oswestry Hill Fort, Wats Dyke, Oswestry town centre
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Through young plantations across the middle of the plateau on Haughmond Hill. Link
Points of Interest: Views across the countryside to the Wrekin.
Parking Information: Take the Shrewsbury to Newport road, B5062, turn right after Haughmond Abbey. After 500m, turn right again into the car park.
Leaflet available from: Mortimer Forest Office
Telephone: 01584 813826
Email: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.forestry.gov.uk

Route Description: This cirular walk has fine views towards Shrewsbury Link
Points of Interest: Views across Shrewsbury to the hills beyond.
Parking Information: Take the Shrewsbury to Newport road, B5062, turn right after Haughmond Abbey. After 500m, turn right again into the car park.
Leaflet available from: Mortimer Forest Office
Telephone: 01584 813826
Email: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.forestry.gov.uk

Route Description: This gentle stroll on surfaced paths. Link
Points of Interest: A pleasant walk through mixed woodland.
Parking Information: Take the Shrewsbury to Newport road, B5062, turn right after Haughmond Abbey. After 500m, turn right again into the car park. Refreshments are available Wednesday – Sunday.
Leaflet available from: Mortimer Forest Office
Telephone: 01584 813826
Email: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Website: http://www.forestry.gov.uk

Route Description: Walk the site of the famous Battle of Shrewsbury in which King Henry IV was matched against the northern rebels led by Hotspur.
Points of Interest: St Mary Magdalene's Church
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Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk
Website: www.shropshire.gov.uk/countryside

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing premissive access to wildlife refuges on land undisturbed by normal farming operations. Public access until September 2013Link
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA country walk allowing permissive access to a safe route alongside Astley Lane. Access until 30/09/2010. Link
Leaflet available from: Shire Hall
Telephone: 01743 255062
Email: mick.krupa@shropshire-cc.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to the banks of the River Severn and arable land. Access until 1/9/2013 Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation walk allowing permissive access to an area of open access. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: Follow the special Walking for Life way markers around these short walks through the village of Moele Brace and surrounding countryside.
Points of Interest: River Severn, Holy Trinity Church
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Follow the special 'Walking for Life' way markers around these short walks in Monkmoor, and experience fantastic views of the River severn and the surrounding countryside.
Points of Interest: Abbot's Wood in Monkmoor (SY2 5UA) has cafe and toilet facilities available
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The historic town of Shrewsbury has changed little since Darwin walked its streets as a schoolboy. Follow the trail around his hometown and learn about Darwins early influences from a schoolboy bug hunter into a world class naturalist.
Leaflet available from: Shrewsbury & Atcham Borough Council
Telephone: 01743 281000
Website: http://www.darwinshrewsbury.org/darwinwalk/start

Route Description: Linear trail to a wonderful view over Shrewsbury. Link
Points of Interest: Trail through ancient oaks, Wonderful views, and a quarry.
Parking Information: Take the Shrewsbury to Newport road, B5062, turn right after Haughmond Abbey. After 500m, turn right again into the car park.
Leaflet available from: Mortimer Forest Office
Telephone: 01584 813826
Email: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Website: http://www.forestry.gov.uk

Route Description: Four walks in an around Pontesbury, suitable for all. Routes vary from 1.5 - 2.5 miles long. Three of the routes are stile free.
Points of Interest: views of the church. You may catch a glimpse of a kingfisher, buzzard or hare along the way!
Parking Information: Pontesbury Medical Centre carpark is for patients only. Please park in the village not the carpark.
View Leaflet: Click Here (1.78MB)
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to walkers and riders avoiding the busy A41. Public access until 30/09/2014. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation walk allowing permissive access to arable land that has been enhanced for wildlife. Access until 30/09/2014. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to walkers and rider around the arable land of Atchley Moor. Access until 30/09/2014. Link
Points of Interest: Cosford Grange Farm Shop
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to mixed woodlands and small ponds. Public access until 30/09/2014. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to the Wesley Brook/River Worfe valley. Public access until 30/04/2016. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to established grass margins and farm tracks. Public access until 30/04/2016. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to arable field margins and existing rights of way. Public access until 30/04/2016. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to farmland at the foot of Wenlock Edge. Public access until 30/09/2012. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to a hill summit with panoramic views of Corvedale. Public access until 30/09/2012. Link
Leaflet available from: No leaflet available please click link for map

Route Description: A moderate ramble through farmland and wooded valleys passing through the mining settlements of Midwinters, Chorley and Harcourt. Link
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Route Description: A longer ramble that reveals secret clues to discovering ancient boundaries defined by hedgerows, mature oak trees and coppiced woodlands. Link
Points of Interest: Motte and Bailey, Wallfurlong Rough, Rea Brook, Squintum Coppice
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Route Description: A moderate ramble using "Cyricstig" which are Old English paths connecting hamlets and farms to their local churches. Link
Points of Interest: St. Mary's Church, green lanes, Sidbury Holy Trinity Church, Deserted Medieval Village.
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Route Description: A short ramble using ancient footpaths, old lanes, short sections of village road and a shallow ford in Bragginslyne Covert. Link
Points of Interest: Duck Inn, Chorley Chapel, Bagginslye Covert
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Route Description: A longer ramble that takes in formal parkland landscapes around Kinlet Hall and the less formal woodland parks formally used for keeping fallow deer. Link
Points of Interest: Kinlet Hall, Gorsty Park Wood, Mass House Farm
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Route Description: A moderate scramble to explore old drove roads, the postman-poet Simon Evan's River Rea and memories of the "Gadget" steam train. Link
Points of Interest: Rea Valley, Prescott Mill, Roman Bridge
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Route Description: A varied walk using some of the old tracks through farmland and woods on the western side of the village.
Points of Interest: Dhustone Steps
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Route Description: A short walk farmland walk, not too hilly with some buildings of historic interest.
Points of Interest: Ditton Priors Church, Ruthall Manor
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Route Description: A walk to the summit of the Brown Clee, Shropshire's highest hill, with magnificent views in all directions.
Points of Interest: Abdon Burf, Lake Kilowat
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Route Description: Through meadow and stream crossing Rea Brook using the ford this walk follows the ancient tracks connecting Ditton Priors to Middleton Priors.
Points of Interest: Middleton Lodge, Plowden Bridge
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Route Description: A walk over farmland and through woodland near Ditton Priors village, with lovely views of Brown Clee.
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Route Description: A walk to the lower slopes of the Brown Clee and on to the village of Cleobury North before returning to Ditton Priors.
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Route Description: Follow the Rea Valley through rolling farmland towards Neenton. Wildlife in abundance with a last survivor of the once common mills that operated on the river.
Points of Interest: Middleton Mill, Rea Brook, Pudgbatch Valley of the Toads
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Route Description: Walk through the old manors of Netchwood and Middleton Priors using a network of old tracks and paths.
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Route Description: Follow a network of old trackways linking the ancient settlements of Middleton, Derrington and Netchwood.
Points of Interest: Derrington Manor, Middleton Lodge
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Route Description: An entertaining and educational walk for kids of all ages around the historic centre of Bridgnorth. Follow George Gitton's guiding hand to finish his story with puzzles and clues. Get the full guide from the information centre.
Points of Interest: Bridgnorth Cliff Railway, Bridgnorth Castle, Cartway, Town Hall, Castle Walk
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Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 252557
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: This walk takes advantage of a water-side permissive footpath following Wesley Brook. This has been created under the Defra Conservation Walks scheme. Link
Points of Interest: Ryton Church, River Worfe

Route Description: This East Shropshire walk visits the site of White Ladies Priory - named after nuns in white habits - with an optional extension to Boscobel House. Link
Points of Interest: Boscobel House, White Ladies Priory

Route Description: Follow the special Walking for Life way markers around these short walks in Highley, which provide fantastic views of the Severn Valley Country Park
Points of Interest: Severn Valley Railway, Highley town centre, Highley bridge
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Starts from the small village of Homer and makes its way to the neighbouring hamlet of Sheinton with its delightful little church sitting up on a rise. Link
Points of Interest: Sheinton church

Route Description: The highest point in Shropshire is Brown Clee Hill. A steady climb is rewarded with panoramic views across the Shropshire hills. Link
Points of Interest: Brown Clee memorial and Boyne Water Pool.

Route Description: The walk from Kemberton includes a section of the Wesley Brook where once stood water mills. Link
Points of Interest: Evelith Mill house and Kemberton Mill

Route Description: Hope Dale one of Shropshire's most secluded valleys. This undulating walk has the prospect of wonderful views of Hope Dale and also the Clee hills. Link
Points of Interest: Wilderhope Manor (Elizebethan House)YH

Route Description: In its heyday Badger Dingle was a major tourist attraction with its temple-like summerhouses, ornamental pools, stream and waterfalls. Link
Points of Interest: Badger village and pool, Badger Dingle, Ice house

Route Description: This short walk from the village of Claverley, takes field paths and quiet country roads. Link
Points of Interest: War memorial, Church of All Saints

Route Description: The route offers views of Brown Clee and the countryside around Ditton Priors. Link
Points of Interest: Ditton Priors, Brown Clee Hill, Cold War underground bunker.

Route Description: A short easy climb up Windmill Hill to enjoy expansive views over town and countryside, The Wrekin and Brown Clee Hill. Link
Points of Interest: Guildhall, Trinity parish church, Wenlock Priory, Windmill Hill.

Route Description: The route follows the River Severn and crosses the Severn Valley Railway, providing wonderful views across the valley. Link
Points of Interest: Severn Valley Railway, Severn Valley Country Park, Hampton Loade

Route Description: To explore a small part of the rolling countryside to the north of this delightful hill town. Link

Route Description: This walk passes the sites where once stood no fewer than four mills all powered by the Wesley Brook. Link
Points of Interest: Evelith Mill house, Kemberton Mill, Mill Cottage - site of the Manor mill

Route Description: Walk passes over Lodge Hill with a wonderful view out over the east Shropshire landscape, Followed by stream-side path. Link
Points of Interest: Evelith Mill house, Mill Cottage

Route Description: An Elizabethan manor house is the starting point for this energetic hill walk. Link
Points of Interest: Wilderhope Manner YHA. The Feathers at Brockton

Route Description: This walk takes in the Severn Valley Country Park spanning both sides of the river to the south of Bridgnorth. Link
Points of Interest: The visitor centre, Alveley Village
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: The high point of this walk is Worfield Golf Course with some good views across Shropshire to the Clee Hills. Link
Points of Interest: Hilton settlement, Dallicote Hall, Davenport Arms, (The Dog) Inn and shop in Worfield.

Route Description: This walk offers wonderful views across the Severn Valley with the Clee Hills as a backdrop. Link
Points of Interest: The parish church at Tuckhill

Route Description: This walk offers views across the Severn valley. The final part of the route follows a path alongside the River Severn. Link
Points of Interest: Village tea rooms, The Harbour Inn & Arboretum tea room

Route Description: This walk explores some of this area as the Worfe cuts its way through a sandstone gorge at Burcote
Points of Interest: The flour mill at Rindleford

Route Description: This figure-of eight walk makes a sustained ascent up a wooded escarpment followed by field paths to a hill-top hamlet. An option of visiting the town of Much Wenlock. Link
Points of Interest: The Iron Bridge, site of a medieval village, Benthall Hall

Route Description: This walk starts from the village of Chelmarsh which sits on a ridge overlooking the reservoir. The walk route offers good views over the fine stretch of water. Link
Points of Interest: Chelmarsh Reservoir, Nature reserve. Kings Arms at Sutton, Bulls Head in Chelmarsh.

Route Description: This walk takes in part of the Dudmaston Estate and hall passing through woodland with peaceful lakes and then on to the estate village of Quatt. Link
Points of Interest: Dudmaston Hall, The Pub at Hampton Loade.

Route Description: From High Rock there are stunning views across the River Severn to Bridgnorth with the Clee hills as a backdrop. The walk includes the Hamlet of Bromley.
Points of Interest: The settlement of Rindleford, The former Rindleford Mill

Route Description: This walk from the centre of Albrighton is quickly into open countryside via a footpath which provides a link to the neighbouring parish of Boningale.
Points of Interest: Harp Hotel, Horns of Boningale pub.

Route Description: Walkers can enjoy good views from the top of Lodge Hill with a distant backdrop of the Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee hills. The route then descends to Evelith mill House. Link
Points of Interest: Evelith mill house, The former workhouse, Mill Cottage (The site of another mill)

Route Description: This walk explores some woodland areas near the picturesque East Shropshire village of Worfield. Link
Points of Interest: Rindleford, Rindleford Mill, The water wheel & Davenport House. The Dog Inn and Worfield shop

Route Description: A series of 4 circular walks (with long and short alternatives) aorund Bridgnorth, starting from various town centre carparks.
Parking Information: Walks start from various Town Centre carparks
Leaflet available from: Shirehall
Telephone: 01743 255061
Email: countryisde.access@shropshire.gov.uk

Route Description: Take a walk through time on the Geopark Way. This unique 109 mile long distance walking trail runs through the Abberley and Malvern Hills Geopark exploring geology and landscape. Starting in bridgnorth and heading south.
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Leaflet available from: Geological Records Office
Telephone: 01905 855184
Email: eht@worc.ac.uk
Website: www.earthheriatgetrust.org

Route Description: A walk along many of these footpaths will take you past pools and pitmounds, through woodlands and along old lanes.
Points of Interest: Ironbridge - Shops, Cafes, Restaurants, Public Houses, Other Shops and Public Houses en-route
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Leaflet available from: Telford & Wrekin Council
Telephone: 01952 348606
Email: helen.hill@telford.gov.uk

Route Description: DEFRA Conservation walk allowing permissive access from Lilleshall village to the disused Lilleshall Branch Canal. Public access until 30/04/2016. Link
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Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to the first cast iron canal aquaduct over the River Tern. Public access until 31/07/2016. Link
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Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to beautiful hay meadows and views of the Wrekin. Public access until 30/09/2014. Link
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Route Description: A circular walk along roads, lanes and public paths, encompassing an area of great importance during the Industrial Revolution. Some on road parking with shops and pubs about halfway along the route.
Points of Interest: Ketley Hall, Parkers Pool, Newdale tramway bridge
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Route Description: A long linear town trail taking in parks, woodland and many interesting remains from the Industrial Revolution. Can be undertaken as a whole or broken in to short easily managed sections.
Points of Interest: Hay incline at Blists Hill Museum, Telford Town Park, Telford Shopping Centre, Appley Castle
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Route Description: A walk from Wellington to Newport that takes in both rural and urban landscapes of notable variety. Can be completed as a whole route or broken down into easy stages.
Points of Interest: Wellington, Telford and Newport town centres, The wrkin, Granville Countryside Park.
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Route Description: A long distance walk (335 miles) through mid Wales and the Marches. Beginning and ending beneath the Wrekin over 92 miles are within Shropshire. Link
Points of Interest: The Wrekin, The Long Mynd, Abdon Burf, Titterstone Clee
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Route Description: The walk from the church, follows green lanes, quiet roads, field and woodland paths offering good views over the gentle landscape. Link
Points of Interest: heriffhales Manor, Countess's Arms at Weston Heath, A shop in Sheriffhales.

Route Description: A walk on the Wrekin with information about the ancient hillfort
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Leaflet available from: ShropshireWildlife Trust
Telephone: 01743 284285

Route Description: Three walks to explore the Ercall, renowned for its geological interest, Limekiln Wood, once part of the Royal Forest of the Wrekin and Short Wood, where once coal was mined.
Parking Information: see information in leaflet
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire Wildlife Trust
Telephone: 01743 284280

Route Description: This guide provides information on sites and trails within the beautiful Shropshire Countryside and beyond which can be used with wheelchairs, pushchairs and people with disabilities.
Points of Interest: A varied range of attractions on the route selected. See guide book for further details.
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Leaflet available from: Shropshire County Council
Telephone: 0845 6789000
Email: countryside.access@shropshire.gov.uk