The Wrekin & The Ercall loop — Shropshire Hills

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Overview

Starting from Ercall wood carpark heading off up Little Hill, then over to Needles Eye with stunning views over the Shropshire countryside. Its then a steady climb to the trig point at the Wrekin. We then head off towards the Halfway House before reaching Ecrall Hill and woods, then finally returning to the car park. Lunch required

Sunday, 15 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 449.6m / 1475ft
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 64640 10274
Nearest postcode:: TF1 2ER
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Starting from Ercall Wood carpark (free)

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