Cheshire Walkers group logo.

Cheshire Walkers Group

We are the Cheshire Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
1 of 0

Overview

Why not join us in the beautiful Shropshire countryside for this hilly walk, taking in The Lawley and then on to Caer Caradoc, returning via the Hope Bowdler Ridge and the Battle Stones to our starting point in the pretty village of Cardington. The two main hills present a good challenge in the middle of the walk and there is the added benefit of being able to view the first part from the return ridge maintaining interest.

We plan to have two stops on this walk and will repair to a local PH for refreshments at the end.

There are no toilets at the start of the walk, but public toilets are available at the meeting point.

Sunday, 29 September 2024
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
953m / 3127ft
Type:
circular

The route takes some minor roads but is mostly on good footpaths and grassy tracks with not too much mud underfoot.  There are some stiles on the route but these are mostly well maintained and straight forward to negotiate. The hills are prone to windy weather so walking poles and strong footwear will be beneficial, particularly on the steeper descent sections.

The walk will start from the Village Hall car park in Cardington (£2 Honesty box) but parking is also for the village Church and given it is a Sunday parking may be limited.  Attendees should car share and meet initially at the Co-Op car park in Church Stretton (walkers encouraged and parking is free) we can then regroup into a smaller number of cars and drive on to Cardington.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SO 45389 93618
Nearest postcode:
SY6 6BQ
what3words:
arranger.player.afflict
Meeting time:
10:00 am

Co-Op car park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 50605 95121
Nearest postcode:
SY6 7JZ
what3words:
income.metals.nudge
Start time:
10:30 am

Cardington Village Hall car park (honesty box)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking