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Hopesay Hill
Hiking
5.0
(19)
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Shropshire Hills National Landscape
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January 22, 2021
Hiking
The hill is largely open common, exposed to wind and rain so dress accordingly if the weather looks inclement.
August 16, 2020
Hiking
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4.4
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29
hikers
12.5km
03:39
350m
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The Burrow Hillfort loop in the Shropshire Hills offers a moderate hiking experience, covering 7.7 miles (12.5 km) with an elevation gain of 1145 feet (349 metres). You can expect to complete it in about 3 hours and 39 minutes. The trail features varied terrain, from leisurely climbs to steep, rocky sections, winding through rolling hills, moorland plateaus, and ancient woodlands. As you ascend, you will be rewarded with incredible panoramic views across Shropshire from the hillfort's summit, making the effort worthwhile.
While the trail is generally accessible, some parts require sure-footedness due to their steep and rocky nature. The area around the nearby village of Hopesay adds to the charm of the surroundings. Access to the hillfort's ramparts and ditches is now made easier by a permissive path from the Shropshire Way, which was established after 2008, improving upon previous long and steep climbs.
The most significant feature of this route is the Iron Age Burrow Hillfort, considered one of Shropshire's best examples. This impressive archaeological site boasts three entrances, four sets of ramparts and ditches forming its tear-shaped stronghold, and two natural springs within its confines. Excavations have even uncovered
5
hikers
10.2km
03:04
320m
320m
Hike the moderate 6.4-mile Burrow Hillfort & Hopesay Hill loop from Aston on Clun for panoramic views and Iron Age history.
8
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 270 m
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