Ludlow Castle and Whitcliffe Common
From the castle down to the River Teme and up Whitcliffe for the classic view of Ludlow.
- Distance
- 2.8 km
- Ascent
- 80 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 140 m
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About this walk
Ludlow Castle and Whitcliffe Common is an easy 2.8 km circular walk with 80 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Ludlow Castle (grid reference SO 508 745). The start can be reached by public transport.
Ludlow is a market town of timber-framed buildings around a Norman castle. From the castle, the walk drops to Dinham Bridge over the River Teme and climbs onto Whitcliffe Common.
From the common, there's a fine view of the castle and the town, with the Clee Hills behind. Return by the riverside.
Route
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1
Dinham Bridge
Walk down from the castle to Dinham Bridge.
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2
Whitcliffe
Climb onto Whitcliffe Common for the view, and return by the river.
Summit
On the way
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Ludlow CastleCastle · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ludlow Castle and Whitcliffe Common take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 2.8 km route, which has 80 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Ludlow Castle (grid reference SO 508 745). Town-centre car parks (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Ludlow. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements and woodland paths, with a short climb.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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