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Burrow Hillfort

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Burrow Hillfort

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Burrow Hillfort

Name: Burrow Hillfort
Rating: 2

Recommended by 12 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Hopesay, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. Burrow Hillfort loop — Shropshire Hills

12.5km

03:39

350m

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

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2. Burrow Hillfort & Hopesay Hill loop from Aston on Clun — Shropshire Hills

10.2km

03:04

320m

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

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3. Burrow Hillfort – St Mary's Church, Hopesay loop from Aston on Clun

7.98km

02:22

230m

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

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Dan Hobson

December 10, 2018

Shropshire is famous for its Iron Age hillforts and this one is regarded by many as the best example. With three entrances, as well as four sets of ramparts and ditches around the tear-shaped stronghold, it makes for a fascinating visit. With incredible panoramic views, it's actually quite surprising how little-visited this monument is. It is a leisurely climb to the summit.

David Howells

July 29, 2021

A brilliant example of a multivallate Iron Age Fort, one of many forts along the Wales and England border. There are fine ramparts here but today in July, mid summer it is rather overgrown and it is difficult to see the grandness of it all. As Dan says, nobody seems to pay attention to here too, it not maintained, no information boards or signage. A pity as it is an easy walk and has fine views.

Paul

July 11, 2019

Lovely part of Shropshire to visit, good cafes and friendly pubs in the area. Never gets too busy and navigation isn't too tricky. I never fail to impress friends I take over there.

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Elevation 350 m

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Location: Hopesay, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Burrow Hillfort

1. Burrow Hillfort loop — Shropshire Hills

2. Burrow Hillfort & Hopesay Hill loop from Aston on Clun — Shropshire Hills

3. Burrow Hillfort – St Mary's Church, Hopesay loop from Aston on Clun

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