The Wrekin
Shropshire's landmark hill, a steady climb through the woods to the hillfort on top.
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Ascent
- 250 m
- Time
- 1.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 407 m
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About this walk
The Wrekin is a moderate 3.6 km out-and-back walk with 250 m of ascent, taking about 1.5 hours. It starts at Forest Glen car park (grid reference SJ 638 092).
The Wrekin stands alone above the Shropshire plain, and "all round the Wrekin" is the county's phrase for going the long way. The main track climbs steadily from Forest Glen through the woods, passes through the gates of the Iron Age hillfort and reaches the toposcope on the summit, with a view said to take in seventeen counties.
Return the same way.
Route
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The Wrekin
Climb the track through the woods to the summit, and return.
Summit
The Wrekin
407 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does The Wrekin take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–1.5 hours for the 3.6 km route, which has 250 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 Forest Glen car park (grid reference SJ 638 092). Free car park at Forest Glen, below the hill.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Wellington, a 3 km walk away. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. A broad, steep, stony track.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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