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Caer Caradoc

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Caer Caradoc

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Caer Caradoc

Recommended by 217 hikers out of 218

Jutting up from the Stretton Gap valley, Caer Caradoc is a magnificent adventure with wide-ranging views across the Shropshire Hills and beyond. Sat opposite the Long Mynd plateau and overlooking …

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

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1. Caer Caradoc loop — Shropshire Hills

9.46km

03:08

440m

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

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2. Caer Caradoc & the Long Mynd loop from Church Stretton — Shropshire Hills

27.6km

08:23

900m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Hope Bowdler Hill Summit Cairn – View of Long Mynd loop from Cardington

12.2km

03:57

510m

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

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Tips

Dan Hobson

December 7, 2018

Caer Caradoc might not be the tallest of the Shropshire Hills but what it lacks in height, it certainly makes up for in character. The iconic hill has a very distinctive shape with jagged volcanic crags erupting from its steep sides. After a challenging climb to the 1,506-foot (459 m) summit, you're rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views over Long Mynd, The Lawley and Church Stretton; a view that stretches for miles over the Shropshire countryside.

David Howells

January 15, 2021

A lovely outing over Caer Caradoc and the Lawley. Beautiful walking country.

Muyh

September 4, 2019

Great view, sheep, blueberries and curious birds of prey!

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Sid

January 15, 2020

Great 360 views for many many miles eg the Wrekin is about 17 miles away ..

David Howells

January 15, 2021

Great views and lovely walking country.

RedScotti

April 24, 2025

Great views in every direction.

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Elevation 450 m

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

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1. Caer Caradoc loop — Shropshire Hills

2. Caer Caradoc & the Long Mynd loop from Church Stretton — Shropshire Hills

3. Hope Bowdler Hill Summit Cairn – View of Long Mynd loop from Cardington

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