The droving roads of the Long Mynd

Mid Staffordshire Group

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Overview

A circular walk in open countryside along the old droving roads. The views are wonderful. There are several short steep hills.

Because the walk is very exposed to the elements, it will be postponed if heavy rain is forecast and an alternative walk will be quickly published.

Sunday, 25 May 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Please let Sally know you are coming: sally@griff45.com

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 39326 96495
Nearest postcode:: SY5 0SP
what3words:: incur.gathers.freed

Start time:: 9:30 am

Carpark opposite The Bridges pub, Ratlinghope

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