Wrockwardine Wood And Trench, a civil parish within Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire, presents a landscape shaped by both natural features and industrial heritage. The area features undulating terrain, including wooded ridges like The Cockshutt Local Nature Reserve, and reclaimed greenspaces that offer varied environments for outdoor pursuits. These diverse settings provide opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Wrockwardine Wood And Trench offers a range…
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8
riders
82.0km
04:17
1,100m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.3km
01:38
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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70.3km
03:15
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

51
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158km
06:40
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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75.2km
04:47
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.7km
03:00
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.8km
01:37
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160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17.6km
01:56
580m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.7km
03:08
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.5km
03:37
510m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.0km
02:31
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
hikers
17.2km
04:56
400m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.7km
02:51
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.53km
00:56
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
runners
7.88km
00:49
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:37
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.57km
00:35
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.19km
00:58
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58.7km
03:32
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.5km
02:15
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.0km
01:18
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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44.9km
03:10
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Wrockwardine Wood And Trench offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports, exploring a landscape shaped by natural features and industrial heritage.
Popular hiking routes include the challenging 11.9-mile (19.2 km) "The Wrekin Hillfort – The Wrekin summit loop from Oakengates" and the moderate 6.6-mile (10.6 km) "Lilleshall Monument loop from Trench." A shorter, historic option is the "Granville Country Park – Old Mine Building Ruins loop from Donnington." More details can be found in the Hiking around Wrockwardine Wood And Trench guide.
Yes, Wrockwardine Wood And Trench offers road cycling opportunities. The area has undulating terrain and routes that may include shared road sections. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Wrockwardine Wood And Trench guide.
The region features The Cockshutt, a 32.8-hectare Local Nature Reserve with woodlands and grasslands, and "The Snake," a small woodland area with a main lake and pathways. These areas showcase a mosaic of heathland, scrub, and woodland, providing diverse natural environments.
Wrockwardine Wood And Trench integrates its industrial heritage with natural spaces. Routes often pass by relics of the industrial revolution, such as old mine building ruins within Granville Country Park and sections of the former Donnington Canal. The landscape tells the story of its past as a center for coal and iron mining.
The region offers family-friendly hiking routes that explore its green spaces and historical sites. These routes are generally well-maintained and suitable for various abilities. Information on suitable options is available in the Family-friendly hikes around Wrockwardine Wood And Trench guide.
Wrockwardine Wood And Trench is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 38,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, MTB Trails, and Hiking. There are also guides for Easy hikes, Running Trails, Gravel biking, and Hikes from bus stations.
The official website for Wrockwardine Wood And Trench Parish Council is https://www.wrockwardinewoodandtrench-pc.co.uk. This website provides information regarding the local area and community.
The phone number for Wrockwardine Wood And Trench Parish Council is +441952567040. This contact can be used for inquiries related to the parish council.
Yes, the area provides opportunities for touring cycling, particularly along well-maintained paths such as those found along the northern extremity of the Shropshire Canal. These routes often feature gentle gradients. Further details are available in the Cycling around Wrockwardine Wood And Trench guide.
Wrockwardine Wood And Trench includes options for mountain biking, with terrain that can accommodate this sport. One dedicated mountain biking route is available in the region. For specific trail information, consult the MTB Trails around Wrockwardine Wood And Trench guide.

