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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

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West Midlands Region

Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

02:06

19.1km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.28 km for 125 m

After 8.50 km for 139 m

After 9.78 km for 167 m

After 16.5 km for 195 m

Waypoints

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Start point

1

3.23 km

Start of the Mountain Bike Trail

Highlight • Trail

2

8.56 km

Mortimer Forest

Highlight • Trail

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 …

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3

9.48 km

View From the Top

Highlight • Viewpoint

4

9.48 km

High Vinnalls Summit

Highlight • Forest

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 …

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B

19.1 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.24 km

1.76 km

Surfaces

16.8 km

1.76 km

320 m

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Tuesday 6 October

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7°C

14 %

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