Shropshire Lanes – Ludford Bridge loop from Richard's Castle

Shropshire Lanes – Ludford Bridge loop from Richard's Castle

Moderate

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Shropshire Lanes – Ludford Bridge loop from Richard's Castle

02:53

56.8km

680m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.26 km for 73 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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627 m

Shropshire Lanes

Highlight • Cycleway

After the slightly harsher road surfaces of Herefordshire, the lovely Shropshire lanes are equally verdant and luscious, but more comfortable!

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2.84 km

Lodge Covert

Forest

6.28 km

View of Ludlow and Ludlow Castle from Whitcliffe Common

Highlight • Forest

Possibly one of the best vantage points to enjoy the Shropshire market town of Ludlow, Whitcliffe Common is a wonderful place to explore. Best enjoyed on foot thanks to the …

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6.31 km

View of Ludlow

Highlight • Viewpoint

After great descent you see fantastic panorama view for Ludlow

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9.88 km

Mortimer Forest

Highlight • Forest

Although originally made up of ancient royal chases and deer parks, the forest we see today was largely planted by the Forestry Commission in the 1920s. It was named after …

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12.1 km

St Giles’ Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Constructed in 12 century little church for 24 inhabitants only.

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25.0 km

Elderwood Books

Highlight • Cafe

Bike friendly cafe open Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 4pm.

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25.4 km

Brampton Bryan Park

Highlight • Historical Site

A beautiful deer park on the edge of Brampton Bryan village, Brampton Bryan Park was established in the the 15th century as a hunting grounds. Today, you will find fairytale …

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38.4 km

Mountain Pass

51.4 km

Ludford Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This gorgeous, Grade I-listed bridge connects the village of Ludford to the historic town of Ludlow. Spanning the River Teme, the bridge was the site of a small battle during …

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