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There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Open Access Land in Shropshire. They let you explore new areas for the first time like Black Rhadley and Heath Mynd, south of the Stiperstones with their fantastic views into Wales. You can also wander from paths, exploring places you know well more widely.
Explore Oswestry’s past on the Iron Aged hill fort or imagine the thrill of the races held on the Old Racecourse in the 18th century. Wem and Brown Mosses in the north are a haven for wildlife. Whilst in the south of the county, Whitcliffe Common has stunning views of Ludlow Castle and town with paths for all abilities.
For the more active, we have the stunning Stretton Hills including; The Lawley, Caer Caradoc, Wilstone, Hope Bowdler and Ragleth. The new gates, stiles and information boards will help you on your way and the incredible views make it a must.
Two of our long distance routes also run through the heart of Open Access Land. The Shropshire Way winds across the 15km upland plateau of the Long Mynd. It steps carefully among the bolders of the Stiperstones ridge and explores the mining remains on Titterstone and Brown Clees.
On Offa’s Dyke Path both Panpunton and Cwm Sanaham Hills are also access land with steep climbs leading to wonderful views.
Have a look at the leaflets below for ideas of where to go. For more information about Open Access Land in Shropshire click here
Walking Search Results
15 Routes Found
| North Shropshire | |
Linear Route: From North Shropshire: To North Shropshire Walking in North Shropshire | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Flat or slightly undulating | |
| South Shropshire | |
Linear Route: From Knighton (Shropshire sections): To Chirk (Shropshire sections) Offas Dyke Path National Trail Route | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: More than 12 miles Difficulty: Steep or long/moderate climbs/decents | |
Circular Route: Starting from map of Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Explore the Shropshire Hills | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
Linear Route: From Stretton hills: To Stretton hills Walking in the Stretton Hills | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles | |
Linear Route: From Clee Hill: To Clee Hill Walking on Titterstone Clee | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
Linear Route: From Clee St Margaret: To Clee St Margaret Walking on Brown Clee | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
Circular Route: Starting from The Bog Centre Car Park Mucklewick Walk | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: More than 3 hours/Less than 12 miles Difficulty: Steep or long/moderate climbs/decents | |
Circular Route: Starting from Acton Scott Farm Car Park Wagoners Wander | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
Circular Route: Starting from West of Greystone Cottage Hatton Manor near Church Stretton Route | |
 | Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to small naturally regenerated woodlands close to Hatton Manor. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link |
Time/Distance: Less than an hour/3 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
Linear Route: From Roman Bank: To Wheathill Jack Mytton Way Route Seven | |
 | 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. |
Time/Distance: More than 3 hours/Less than 12 miles Difficulty: Steep or long/moderate climbs/decents | |
Circular Route: Starting from Habberley Exploring the Stiperstones Route | |
 | Route Description: Leaflet describing walks and the many attractions of the Stiperstones area. |
Time/Distance: Up to 3 hours/6 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
| Oswestry | |
Circular Route: Starting from Entry point close to Craig-y-rhiw Cynynion Uchaf near Oswestry | |
 | Route Description: DEFRA Conservation Walk allowing permissive access to species rich limestone grasslands containing small ponds. Access until 30/09/2013. Link |
Time/Distance: Less than an hour/3 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
| Shrewsbury | |
Circular Route: Starting from Haughmond Hill carpark Corbett Easy Access Trail | |
 | Route Description: This gentle stroll on surfaced paths. Link |
Time/Distance: Less than an hour/3 miles Difficulty: Flat or slightly undulating | |
Circular Route: Starting from Entry point close to Allotment Gardens Land at Coton Hill near Shrewsbury | |
| Route Description: DEFRA Conservation walk allowing permissive access to an area of open access. Public access until 30/09/2011. Link |
Time/Distance: Less than an hour/3 miles Difficulty: Flat or slightly undulating | |
| Bridgnorth | |
Circular Route: Starting from Ditton Priors Village Centre Ditton Priors Walk 3 | |
 | Route Description: A walk to the summit of the Brown Clee, Shropshire's highest hill, with magnificent views in all directions. |
Time/Distance: More than 3 hours/Less than 12 miles Difficulty: Moderate or short steep climbs | |
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