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Mucklewick – in the shadow of the Stiperstones

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Overview

A short ascent from car park to join Shropshire Way, passing Nipstone Rock then descending through woods to Mucklewick Hill. We will then return by Shelve Pool and Grit Hill. 6.5 miles.

Hopefully far reaching views across into Wales. Mostly on field paths which may be muddy

Sunday, 10 December 2023
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
300m / 984ft
Type:
circular

Zone D

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 29129 30490
Nearest postcode:
SY11 1DP
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Gatacre Playing Fields car park, Oswestry

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 35722 97848
Nearest postcode:
SY5 0NG
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Start time:
10:30 am

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  • 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
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