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Shropshire Young Ramblers Group

A walking group for young people in the Shropshire area. We have walks on most weekends, mid-week in the summer as well as socials and weekends away too.

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Overview

A 9-mile circular walk from Acton Burnell featuring a mixture of field and woodland walking, offering sweeping views of the Lawley, Caer Caradoc and South Shropshire Hills.

The walk will incorporate Acton Burnell Castle and Langley Chapel, both free English Heritage sites.

Saturday, 14 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.8km / 9.2mi
Ascent:
269.4m / 884ft
Type:
circular

Walking boots/trainers recommended.

Options for a pub visit following the walk, including The Riverside Inn. 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 53299 01973
Nearest postcode:
SY5 7PF
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Start time:
10:00 am

Precise meeting point will be shared in joining instructions.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE