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West Midlands Region

Steep Descent to Bridges – The Bridges Pub loop from Craven Arms

Road cycling routes

West Midlands Region

Steep Descent to Bridges – The Bridges Pub loop from Craven Arms

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Steep Descent to Bridges – The Bridges Pub loop from Craven Arms

03:13

59.3km

1,010m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

16.6 km

Shropshire Hills Downhill Section

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2

22.0 km

Natural Fern Formation on the West Slope of Lawley

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The truth is outhere 🛸👽

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27.5 km

Smethcott Pool

Lake

4

30.8 km

Climb Behind Cothercott Hill

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Turn off main road passing the farm. Chuck it in a low gear and dance all the way up. Good road surface and lovely views.

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5

35.5 km

Start of 20% Climb

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6

35.9 km

Steep Descent to Bridges

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Good road surface and a straight road, but it is really steep heading down into Bridges. Make sure to use plenty of brakes and take it easy.

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7

36.2 km

The Bridges Pub

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Formerly the Horseshoe Inn, the Bridges is a much-loved hiker-friendly pub in the little village of Bridges. Lying between the Long Mynd and Stiperstones, the pub is an excellent stopping …

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8

41.1 km

The Burway Climb, Shropshire Hills

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Stop and let your brakes cool on the decent - too much speed could spell your doom. There isn't a lot of room for a bike and a car at speed. Just saying...

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9

44.5 km

Cule's Kings Arms

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Pub serving great food, including vegetarian and vegan options, nice beer garden, relaxed atmosphere.

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B

59.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

52.0 km

5.96 km

1.13 km

135 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.8 km

14.5 km

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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