Published on Monday June 21st, 2021
Shropshire’s hills are legendary. From the majestic Wrekin to the twin summits of the Clees, our county is covered with tumbling terrain that’s ripe for walking.
Climbing one is rewarding enough. You’ll see why when you reach the summit – they just don’t do views like this anywhere else. Our advice: take a lungful of crisp Shropshire air and let it all sink in. Bliss.
Now imagine that feeling three times. That’s the beauty of the Shropshire 3 Peaks Challenge: not only does it give your legs a workout, but it also lets you see Shropshire from three of its most extraordinary lookout spots.
You’ll find the routes and tips you need right here. Take it slow and steady or hike up a storm. Either way, don’t forget to stop for lunch at one of the traditional pubs or cafes en route. Happy hiking!
Starting at the base of the hill, this 5.2-mile circular walk will take approximately 2.5 hours to complete. Make sure to stop at the many viewpoints along the route to enjoy some of the best views in the county.
The Bog Visitor Centre is located nearby for refreshments and a toilet break. The Visitor Centre also provides displays on the history of the area and its folklore.
Church Stretton, known as Shropshire’s walking town, is a short 30-minute drive away. There are a variety of pubs nearby where you can stop for a well-deserved post-walk lunch.
This quaint one-bedroom Grade II listed former Coach House is perfectly located to explore all that the popular market town of Church Stretton and the South Shropshire hills has to offer. Located in the centre of Church Stretton, within easy reach of all local amenities, train station and walks from the town centre. The space […]
A fab location in the very heart of Church Stretton. The cottage is at the back of a pretty courtyard off the market square right in the center of the town. We’ve recently renovated both the cottage and garden and added a private hot tub area just for guests! We have some lovely pubs, restaurants, […]
Starting from Clun Castle car park, this 4.6-mile circular route will take you approximately 2.5 hours to complete. It might take slightly longer if you have little legs joining you.
Enjoy the incredible woodlands filled with wildlife and be treated to extraordinary views of Shropshire and the valley of the River Clun. Be sure to stop off at Clun Castle, too. This once-mighty fort played a key role in protecting the area from Welsh invasion.
There are a variety of pubs and cafes in Clun where you can refuel after your walk. Alternatively, take the 10-minute drive to Bishop’s Castle to explore the town’s quirky shops and streets.
Hi, we are Jack & Hannah the proud proprietors of The White Horse Inn since 2001. Our small 16th-century inn is on Clun’s ancient market square. We have a great pub and have been working over the past years to make it even better for you and our local community. We have added four more […]
The Castle Hotel in Bishops Castle, has fourteen delightful en-suite bedrooms, three bustling bars, a fine oak panelled restaurant and one of the finest hotel gardens in the land. We also have two cottage available to let, just across the square. The hotel is suffused with that elusive “I’ve got away from it all” feeling. […]
Originally built in 1902 as a country retreat for a department store owner, Mynd House is constructed in the ‘brick villa’ style. It offers exceptionally spacious and immaculately maintained accommodation. Mynd House has eight well-appointed guest rooms- Five doubles, two twin rooms and a single room- and seven of them offer sought-after hill views (the […]
Starting at the car park, this circular walk is 5.2 miles long and takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete. You’ll be conquering Shropshire’s highest peak, at 540 metres in elevation.
Several Iron Age hill forts are dotted around Brown Clee Hill and its sister hill, Titterstone Clee. When on Clee’s Abdon Burf summit, look southwest and you’ll see Nordy Bank, the last intact survivor of the hill forts. Just make sure your camera is ready when you reach the summit – the views are outstanding.
Brown Clee Hill is sandwiched between the towns of Ludlow and Bridgnorth, so you’ll have a vast array of dining options after your trek.
Superb Shropshire Food in a real Country Local, restored and now owned by the Community The Pheasant is a stunning Shropshire dining pub with rooms which dates back to the 18th century. Closed for almost 9 years, this quintessential country inn is now open again and welcoming villagers and visitors from far and wide. The […]
The Bull’s Head is a traditional family owned 18th century (circa 1730) Inn, four miles south of historic Bridgnorth, set amidst Shropshire’s rolling hills, with stunning views over the Severn Valley, Clee Hills & Chelmarsh Reservoir. The Inn has many original features such as exposed beams and stone walls in the Bar areas, where a […]
