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Long Mynd Ridge – Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint loop from Leebotwood

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Long Mynd Ridge – Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint loop from Leebotwood

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Long Mynd Ridge – Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint loop from Leebotwood

01:51

23.0km

550m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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7.02 km

Long Mynd Ridge Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Long Mynd ridge is a brilliant and exposed place to take a run, at 7 miles (11.3 km) in length you can run one end to the other and almost always have a constant breeze to keep you cool.

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7.16 km

Shooting Box North-East Descent

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views on a quality gravel trail.

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7.53 km

Long Mynd Ridge

Highlight • Natural Monument

This glorious heather ridge stretches for 7 miles (11 km) and is the most beloved of all the Shropshire Hills. There are several small yet deep valleys cut into the …

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8.36 km

Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The top of Long Mynd is a flat plateau and, as such, there is not a distinct summit. However, Pole Bank is the highest point on the ridge and is …

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13.5 km

Carding Mill Valley Tea Room and Visitor Centre

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Much of the Carding Valley and Long Mynd area is owned and managed by the National Trust. As a result, not only are the paths well maintained but there's a …

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16.8 km

A great little converted barn with accommodation for up to ten people. Beautiful views of the Shropshire Hills. £19 per person per night, half that for under 18s and under 5s are free. Check out allstrettonbunkhouse.co.uk

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23.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.6 km

5.41 km

1.13 km

597 m

186 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

3.99 km

2.05 km

1.81 km

1.03 km

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 11 May

13°C

1°C

29 %

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Long Mynd Ridge – Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint loop from Leebotwood

Long Mynd Ridge Path

Shooting Box North-East Descent

Long Mynd Ridge

Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint

Carding Mill Valley Tea Room and Visitor Centre

All Stretton Bunkhouse

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