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Oswestry Ramblers welcome people who enjoy walking and the countryside. We walk twice a week mainly in Shropshire and Wales and help improve local footpaths.

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Overview

A mainly level walk in the lush green countryside of Cheshire, mostly on footpaths through fields with some walking on quiet country lanes. The walk takes us along part of Bishop Bennett Way, around Overton Scar and up Kidnal Hill. Expect a few stiles and some mud. There will be 1 stop for coffee and 1 stop for lunch.

Zone C

Sunday, 31 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 29130 30491
Nearest postcode:
SY11 1DP
what3words:
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Gatacre playing fields car park, Oswestry

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 48762 47372
Nearest postcode:
SY14 8NP
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Malpas High Street car park

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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
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  • 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 £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE