The Needles Eye is a feature on a large rocky outcrop atop the Wrekin. A gap in the rocks allows you to squeeze through although great care should be taken as it is on the edge of the hill.

There are many myths and sayings about the Wrekin and it's a true local icon. One such saying suggests that you can't be a true Salopian (someone from Shropshire), until you've walked through the Needle's Eye.

Piotr Stopaj 🧉

January 30, 2021

Hiking

its a must see and cant avoid on the way thru wreking

David Howells

May 25, 2021

Hiking

Great little trig pointed summit.

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