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Overview

A circular walk along village roads, field paths and stony tracks, a few stiles. Panoramic views of the western hills and Shropshire plains. With an opportunity to view the 13th century castle and church at Acton Burnell after the walk.

Thursday, 9 October 2025
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Contact the walk leader by text to book on to the walk. Please let the walk leader know if you can either offer lifts, or require a lift.

Voluntary transport cost, for people car sharing £2

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 49001 09837
Nearest postcode:
SY3 9PP
what3words:
spring.branch.broke
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Meole Brace Park & Ride. Towards the back on the left hand side.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 53143 01879
Nearest postcode:
SY5 7PG
what3words:
exit.hooked.clutches
Start time:
10:15 am

We start the walk from the car park at Acton Burnell Castle.

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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