There’s nothing quite like hiking up the Wrekin, Shropshire’s much-loved isolated hill. Presiding over flat land, the summit sits at 1,335 feet (407 m) and provides fantastic 360 degree views …

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Location: Little Wenlock, Telford and Wrekin, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Roger

March 29, 2018

Hiking

A 'little mountain' in Shropshire, it dominates the surrounding countryside. The shortest walk to the summit from the forest glen car park is very well marked. The start of the trail is the steepest section so may be worth pacing yourself unless you're fitter than I am. The summit itself has spectacular views in good weather. It's also the site of an Iron Age hill fort. There's a common local saying 'round the Wrekin' meaning to take the long way round... something I quite like doing when out walking.

Sasha Taylor

March 22, 2019

Hiking

The wooded ridge of the Wrekin rises south of Wellington as a well-known landmark. Offering fantastic views, a challenging but manageable climb and beautiful natural surroundings close to town, it …

Sid

February 13, 2020

Hiking

If you want to lengthen the walk and / or add another hill — come over Ercall Hill on the Wellington side . Not the clear views from the Wrekin but it gets your lungs moving ...

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1. The Wrekin loop via woodland walk — Shropshire Hills

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Wrekin loop — Shropshire Hills

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330m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Wrekin & The Ercall loop — Shropshire Hills

14.5km

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450m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Little Wenlock, Telford and Wrekin, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. The Wrekin loop via woodland walk — Shropshire Hills

2. The Wrekin loop — Shropshire Hills

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