Ludlow and Mortimer Forest, Shropshire

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Overview

Starting in Ludlow, we will walk through the market square and past the castle. Most of the route is then in forest to the west of the town, including Sunny Dingle Wood and Deer Park. We will return to the town where there will be the option of stopping for refreshments.

Saturday, 28 March 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17km / 10.6mi
Ascent:: 640m / 2100ft
Type:: circular

The start point is a 10 minute walk from Ludlow station.

Features

Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 51668 74616
Nearest postcode:: SY8 1JH
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Ludlow Smithfield car park. Lower Galdeford Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1RN

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