Long Mynd Ridge – Church Stretton Town Centre loop from Asterton

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Long Mynd Ridge – Church Stretton Town Centre loop from Asterton

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Long Mynd Ridge – Church Stretton Town Centre loop from Asterton

02:04

27.5km

600m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.65 km for 176 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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249 m

Gliding Club Café

Highlight • Rest Area

Toilets, water refill and cafe

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773 m

Yaspel Bank and Minton Batch Descents

Highlight • Trail

If you have time on your tour of the Long Mynd, try to take in one of the two great trails that start from the gliding club – Yaspel Bank …

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5.48 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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8.73 km

St Margaret's Church

Highlight • Religious Site

A small but attractive church nestled in a peaceful valley in the Long Mynd area. There are records of it being established in1209 as a priory church.

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12.4 km

Wildmoor Pool

Highlight • Viewpoint

Situated high on the ridge of the Long Mynd, the serene sliver of Wildmoor Pool is a peaceful place to pause and regather. You'll have the local wildlife for company …

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20.0 km

Church Stretton Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Church Stretton is a beautiful market town set in the heart of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding beauty. It sits surrounded by hills in a spectacular setting and is …

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20.0 km

The Burway Climb, Shropshire Hills

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Stop and let your brakes cool on the decent - too much speed could spell your doom. There isn't a lot of room for a bike and a car at speed. Just saying...

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