| From: Shrewsbury [SJ495124] |
| To: Shrewsbury [SJ495124] |
| Distance: 220km |
The Shropshire Way
Location: Shropshire
OS Maps: Explorer 201; 203; 216; 217; 241; 242; 257
The
Shropshire Way is a circular route, now generally accepted to start and finish
at Shrewsbury, although since the route was first published in 1981 there have
been a number of revisions. It provides magnificent walking for most of its
length passing through Bridges, Bishops Castle, Clun Castle, Stokesay Castle
to Ludlow, the most southerly point. The northerly return takes in Much Wenlock
and Wenlock Edge, Ironbridge and the Wrekin. The route therefore includes many
of Cheshires famous hills with dramatic views as well as peaceful farmland walking.
There is a northerly extension from Wem to Grindley Brook, where the Shropshire Way meets the Sandstone Trail which passes through Cheshire.
| Guide Books: [Click for further information or to purchase] | |
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The Ramblers Guide to the Shropshire Way by R. W. Moore The guide contains clear strip maps and adjacent route instructions for ease of use. Additional information about the many interesting places along the way is provided in italic print so as to be clearly distinguishable from the directions text. An appendix contains directions of the northern extension from Wem to Grindley Brook and connecting with the Sandstone trail. |
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The Shropshire Way by Terry Marsh and Julie Meech This is now regarded as the 'official' guide to the route and includes directions from Shrewsbury in both anti-clockwise and clockwise directions. It also includes the northern extension and an addition walk - Wild Edric's Way (see navigation panel). It provides all the information required to plan and complete the walk. |
| Tourist information and Accommodation: |
| The following TIC's are on or near the route: Church Stretton; Ironbridge; Ludlow; Much Wenlock; Shrewsbury; Whitchurch. For contact details go to TIC Listing |
| Services and Public Transport: |
| Shropshire traveline (0345) 056785 |
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Photograph of Ludlow Castle courtesy Shropshire tourism ©