Around the Wrekin

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Overview

Start at the Mill at Leighton then walk up towards the Wrekin. The route follows paths around the base of the Wrekin, not ascending the hill. Some climbs involved on route but good paths through the woods. Follow back along quiet country lanes.

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Please contact walk leader to join the walk after January 4th, car sharing encouraged.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SJ 49079 09841
Nearest postcode:: SY3 9PP
what3words:: harsh.risen.treat

Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Meole Brace Park and Ride.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 61035 05524
Nearest postcode:: SY5 6RN
what3words:: softness.turrets.boatload

Start time:: 10:00 am

The Mill at Leighton Car Park

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