Little Stretton is a village situated within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. To its west lies the Long Mynd, a vast upland plateau rising to over 1,600 feet (500 meters), characterized by heathland, moorlands, and deeply incised valleys. East of the village, Ragleth Hill ascends sharply, composed of ancient volcanic tuffs and lavas. This varied topography provides a setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring…
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4.22km
01:06
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
02:57
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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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5.07km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.8km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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74.0km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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40.4km
02:46
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56.0km
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.7km
02:58
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:47
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.55km
00:41
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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14.3km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
01:07
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28.8km
01:52
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very 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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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.3km
02:02
220m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.8km
03:07
580m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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28.0km
01:51
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Little Stretton, situated in the Shropshire Hills AONB, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region provides diverse landscapes for these pursuits.
Little Stretton provides direct access to footpaths for hiking, including ascents to the Long Mynd or Ragleth Hill. Well-marked trails cater to various levels, with popular starting points like Carding Mill Valley. For detailed options, refer to guides like Hiking around Little Stretton.
Yes, the Church Stretton area, encompassing Little Stretton, features quiet country roads suitable for road cycling. These routes offer diverse landscapes and cater to various ability levels. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Little Stretton guide.
The Long Mynd, accessible from Little Stretton, provides extensive bridleways and rough tracks ideal for mountain biking. Options range from family-friendly rides to challenging cross-country and downhill trails. The MTB Trails around Little Stretton guide offers more information.
Yes, the area offers routes suitable for various abilities, including family-friendly options. For hiking, the Easy hikes around Little Stretton guide provides suitable trails. Mountain biking also has family-friendly rides available on the Long Mynd.
Little Stretton is situated at the foot of the Long Mynd hill range to the west, a vast upland plateau. To the east, Ragleth Hill ascends sharply, composed of ancient volcanic tuffs and lavas. The Quinny Brook flows through the village from Ashes Hollow.
Little Stretton is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 14,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Little Stretton, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
Yes, the Shropshire Hills, including the area around Little Stretton, offer diverse landscapes for touring cycling. This includes the Long Mynd plateau with its stone forestry tracks and peaceful lanes. The Cycling around Little Stretton guide provides further details.
The topography around Little Stretton is varied, with the Long Mynd rising to over 1,600 feet (500 meters) and Ragleth Hill ascending sharply. Many routes, particularly for hiking and mountain biking, involve significant elevation gain. Road cycling routes also encounter areas with notable climbs.
Little Stretton offers options for jogging and running within its diverse landscape. For specific routes and information, consult the Running Trails around Little Stretton guide on komoot.

