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Carding Mill Valley

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Carding Mill Valley

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Carding Mill Valley

Recommended by 277 hikers out of 278

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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Location: Church Stretton, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. Carding Mill Valley – Lightspout Waterfall loop from Church Stretton

6.83km

02:08

260m

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

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2. Carding Mill Valley – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Church Stretton

14.4km

04:14

410m

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

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3. Carding Mill Valley – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Church Stretton

15.5km

04:32

410m

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

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David Howells

August 29, 2024

Carding Mill Valley is a stunning valley that runs north-west out of the charming village of Church Stretton. It is the gateway to a plethora of gentle walks, hikes, and bike rides that are available in the Long Mynd area. The Ashbrooke River runs through the centre of this stunning valley, and located in its upper reaches is Lightspout Waterfall. The valley is bordered by the steep but moderate hills of Bodbury Hill and Haddon Hill to the north and Burway Hill and Cow Ridge to the south. There is a National Trust car park, information centre, and cafe at the start of the valley, but get there early, especially on summer weekends and bank holidays, as this is a very popular area.

RedScotti

April 24, 2025

Beautiful valley but very busy!

Newby

August 27, 2025

Sturdy footwear recommended, we completed a 4 mile hike, with a couple of steep rock steps to walk up along the way. Other than the steps, the majority of paths are easily accessible. Can get busy when the weather is very good and if you’re lucky, you may get a treat and see the wild horses.

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Location: Church Stretton, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. Carding Mill Valley – Lightspout Waterfall loop from Church Stretton

2. Carding Mill Valley – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Church Stretton

3. Carding Mill Valley – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Church Stretton

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