Bratton to Coalport
22km/14 miles
Signed EASY
West Midlands
A green corridor route through Telford new town, from Bratton in the northeast corner via the town centre to the spectacular Ironbridge gorge. The route boasts great contrasts with futuristic new developments, pockets of woodland and meadow, and mature parkland.
For almost its entire length the route follows dry canal beds and disused railway lines and is also open to cyclists. It was named after Lewis Silkin MP, who pioneered the post-war new towns, and opened in 1977.
Accessibility
Mainly on paths with good surfaces though with some sets of broad, shallow steps. Contact the council countryside service (see below) for more details.
Public Transport
Stations at Oakengates and Telford Central. Good buses serve many other parts of the route.
Maps
Publications
- The Silkin Way. Free leaflet from Telford council..
Connecting routes
Parks and countryside
- Granville Country Park (nearby)
Contacts
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Visitor Information
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