Description
Book SynopsisThis is the official guide to the Shropshire Way, which consists of a northern and southern loop that both start in Shrewsbury. Each loop can be completed in a week or combined to form a two week 182 mile (290km) circuit that visits Stiperstones, Ludlow, Wenlock Edge, Ironbridge and the Wrekin. Split into 15 stages, this walk requires moderate fitness to cover the daily distance of 10 to 15 miles. The guide also includes the Stretton Skyline Walk, a 20 mile (32km) walk over Shropshire's peaks and ridges, which can be split over two days with an overnight stay in Church Stretton. For both the main route and the higher-level Stretton Skyline Walk, this guide provides in-depth route description and 1:50,000 OS mapping to aid navigation, along with information about accommodation, public transport and local services. The guide also offers plenty of insight into Shropshire's vibrant history and fascinating geology. The Shropshire Way visits some of England's most serene and beautiful scenery, as well as key historical sites including Ironbridge, the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Through tranquil countryside and medieval market towns, this route explores all the best that the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding National Beauty (AONB) has to offer.
Table of ContentsOverview map Overview profile Map key Foreword Route summary table Introduction The Shropshire Way Shropshire's history Shropshire's geology (by Ronald Turnbull) Wildlife and plants When to go Getting there Getting around Accommodation and planning Safety What to take Using GPS Waymarking Using this guide The Shropshire Way Stage 1 Shrewsbury to Bridges Stage 2 Bridges to Bishop's Castle Stage 3 Bishop's Castle to Clun Stage 4 Clun to Craven Arms Stage 5 Craven Arms to Ludlow Stage 6 Ludlow to Wheathill Stage 7 Wheathill to Wilderhope Manor Stage 8 Wilderhope to Ironbridge Stage 9 Ironbridge to Wellington Stage 10 Wellington to Haughmond Stage 10A Haughmond to Shrewsbury link Stage 11 Haughmond to Wem Stage 12 Wem to Ellesmere and Whitchurch Stage 13 Ellesmere to Llanymynech Stage 14 Llanymynech to Nesscliffe Stage 15 Nesscliffe to Shrewsbury Stretton Skyline Walk Appendix A Facilities table Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Travel information Appendix D Useful contacts
