YHA Wilderhope Manor - Holdgate

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Overview

YHA Wilderhope Manor - Holdgate, a moderate walk on Wenlock Edge.

Stats / Context: 8.0 miles, 850ft ascent to include elements of the Shropshire, Jack Mytton and Cross Britain Ways separated by country lanes, tracks, paths and fields. The route will pass through Roman Bank, Broadstone and Holdgate with an anticipated walk duration of about 5 hours. Far reaching and pleasant views on a clear day.

Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 259.1m / 850ft
Type:: circular

Walk Leader will meet at Wilderhope Manor.

Prior Booking essential via text or email.

Suggested VTC £4.00pp

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SJ 49045 09847
Nearest postcode:: SY3 9LH
what3words:: shut.necks.belly

Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Meole Brace Park and Ride, Shrewsbury

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 54483 92876
Nearest postcode:: TF13 6EG
what3words:: unfounded.fenced.tips

Start time:: 10:15 am

Car Parking @ YHA Wilderhope Manor, nr Longville in the Dale, Shropshire

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