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The remnants of a much bigger forest, high on a hill. Very atmospheric place.

The ruins of Ludlow castle is on a promontory overlooking the River Teme. It was one of the first stone castles to be built in England and dates back to the 11th century.

You do get a view of the distant Welsh Hills from the summit, but you need to stand on the bench to get a good view as the trees are starting to grow and block it out.

Having walked along a broad track, the way takes a right fork onto a less defined path. You need to take this right fork as it does lead directly to the summit.

Close to the summit of High Vinnalls there is a fine view to the east, towards the distant Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee hills. When you emerge from the trees you do hit thick bracken, and it is easier to head right and onto open land, before doubling back along a good path to get to the true summit.

You do get a view of the distant Welsh Hills from the summit, but you need to stand on the bench to get a good view as the trees are starting to grow and block it out.

Close to the summit of High Vinnalls there is a fine view to the east, towards the distant Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee hills. When you emerge from the trees you do hit thick bracken, and it is easier to head right and onto open land, before doubling back along a good path to get to the true summit.

Having walked along a broad track, the way takes a right fork onto a less defined path. You need to take this right fork as it does lead directly to the summit.

Spanning the River Teme at the entrance to Ludlow is the beautiful Dinham Bridge. This super nice arched stone bridge is not as old as it looks, being built in 1823, it is not that old in UK terms, and it was constructed by no other than Thomas Telford. It is a stunning bridge with a gorgeous river vista and views of Ludlow Castle.

Can't believe this castle is still standing, it is amazing and well worth the near £10 for a visit and to get inside.

Some great views over the landscape.

Go explore Mortimer Forest, some information provided on the sign.

Beautiful weir situated below the stunning castle

Although originally made up of ancient royal chases and deer parks, the forest we see today was largely planted by the Forestry Commission in the 1920s. It was named after the Mortimer Family, Norman Lords who held power over the region for some 300 years.

Medieval bridge with a great view of Ludlow castle. Riding in or out of Ludown, just stop and appreciate the number of people that have crossed this bridge since the 12th Century.

January 2022. Fog and ice, but the routes off the forest road can be boggy. Wear gaters and waterproof boots with deep cleats if you decide to go ‘off road’!

View on Ludlow castle from bridge.

Ruins of Ludlow castle

High Vinnalls is the highest point in Mortimer Forest at 1,230 feet (375 m) and is considered part of the Shropshire Hills family, despite being in North Herefordshire. It rewards hikers with a massive vista of wild Mid Wales to the west, as well as a tick for Marilyn baggers. The Mortimer Trail, a 30-mile (48 km) hike from Ludlow to Kington, passes over the summit.

Straddling the border between Herefordshire and Shropshire is Mortimer Forest. It's an invigorating place to walk, with enchanting, hilly trails and plenty of wildlife. The forest reaches its highest point on the Marilyn summit of High Vinnalls at 1,230 feet (375 m). Once an ancient hunting forest, the majority of the trees here today were planted in the 1920s by the Forestry Commission. There are various circular trails through the forest representing varying degrees of difficulty.