Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2025

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.81 km

Caer Caradoc

Highlight • Climb

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 …

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3.88 km

Caer Caradoc Iron Age hillfort

Highlight • Historical Site

The summit of Caer Caradoc boasts a fine example of an Iron Age hill fort. Here, you can explore the ancient ditches that soldiers used to defend against Roman invaders …

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4.74 km

Three Fingers Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

4.78 km

Steep climb to Three Fingers Rock

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Brace for a difficult rise of up to 45 degrees and give yourself plenty of breaks to enjoy scenery.

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5.33 km

Helmeth Hill and Cwms Road Path

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Very Muddy. Fantastic echo across the valleys.

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6.53 km

The Vending Hut, Gaerstone Farm, Church Stretton

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Contactless but also takes cash

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7.95 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.85 km

2.40 km

589 m

115 m

Surfaces

5.43 km

1.71 km

659 m

124 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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