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 is understandably popular.
The Wrekin can also be reached by a longer walk from Wellington through the Ercall woods, or from Little Wenlock or Ironbridge. The lanes on the south side of the Wrekin are small and parking is extremely limited. This does however mean that these roads are quiet and good to walk or cycle – the Shropshire Way approaches the south of the Wrekin from Little Wenlock along Spout Lane. To the north of the Wrekin is the smaller wooded hill of the Ercall and the extensive Limekiln Woods.
Walking
The main path up from the Forest Glen is well surfaced and easy to follow. It turns sharp right at one point and then back left near the Halfway House, before rising to the open ground near the top of the hill. The route is just over a mile each way.
There are quieter public footpaths leading around the hill and a couple of permissive paths which join them. The Wrekin can be climbed or walked around as part of longer walks from the surrounding area