Walkwise Walking Weekend HF Shropshire Hills and the Longmynd
Friday 23 May 16:00 - Monday 26 May
(3 nights)
From £419.00
Listed by Spice National
Overview
Why not enjoy this stunning long weekend walking break in Shropshire, one of England’s most beautiful and overlooked counties! This ideal walking country with its shapely hills, inviting valleys and enchanting villages all combine to produce an ever-changing and attractive landscape. We’ll be staying at Longmynd House, which nestles high amongst 10 acres of private woodland high in the surrounding, breathtaking and peaceful hills, so rest assured we’re in for another superb weekend of walking. There’s so much to do here on a long weekend so we will choose from the following; a local exploration of the steep sided valleys of the Long Mynd, with a climb to the highest point, Pole Bank, a walk to take in the excellent views from the heights of Caer Caradoc and Bodbury Hill. To the east lies the gentler terrain of Wenlock Edge, an amazingly rare and special wooded limestone escarpment, which offers dramatic views, historic quarries and limekilns, as well as rare lime-loving wildflowers. Whilst out to the west, there is a remarkable line of dark quartzite tors better known as the famous Stiperstones and all the tops reward your efforts with fantastic views across Shropshire and the Welsh borders. Make no mistake, this is superb walking.
Includes
- 3 nights accommodation in twin or double shared rooms
- 3 breakfasts
- 3 picnic lunches
- 3 evening meals
- A choice of two guided walks on the Saturday, Sunday and Monday
- Qualified walking guides
Extras
- Single and Premium room supplement
- Local transport costs to walks, if possible own cars may be used.
- Guests who are new to Spice are welcome to book at a £36 supplement though they may prefer to join to obtain the member rate and any deals that may be available at the time of booking/joining. Please call your local office/group to enquire about booking as a guest.
Location & Itinerary
Enjoy walking and discovering the wonderful hills, valleys and villages of Shropshire. Those of you who are fortunate to know this area will think of it fondly indeed as it’s one of the most delightful and unspoilt counties in England. We are quite simply surrounded by excellent walking country. The hills to the south have been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Church Stretton is immersed in its heart, in a beautiful valley under the broad moorland of the Long Mynd.
Obviously we will be able to explore the steep sided valleys of the Long Mynd, and possibly even make an ascent to its highest point, Pole Bank. To make life better we can start from the front door and make our way through the estate and along the valley bottom before making our steady ascent through Small Batch and onto Round Hill. There are plenty of options, all of which could involve the Visitor Centre café or the National Trust Visitor Cafe where we may partake of refreshments before nipping back home.
Another lovely walk that also starts from the Hotel takes us across the valley to follow an ancient track onto the flanks of the brooding Caer Caradoc. Our route then takes us around this impressive hill, with fine views back to Church Stretton & The Long Mynd. Now re-crossing the valley further south we pass through All Stretton back to Church Stretton itself where we may pause for refreshments again before wandering back to the hotel.
Then of course there is one of my favorite walks the Stiperstones complete with superb views across to the Welsh Mountains. All in all we are really spoilt for choice and the final decision will be made when we see the weather on the weekend
To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, WalkWise UK will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On all days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles with up to 2000ft of ascent, (please be realistic about your own fitness and undertake the walk that will give you the most pleasure) and a gentler walk of 7-9 miles with less ascent. All walks are weather dependent and own transport or coaches may be taken to the walk starts.
Walk options will be reduced if booking numbers don't allow 2 guides in attendance.
Travel & Stay
We will be staying at The Longmynd Hotel in Church Stretton, which is set in ten acres of private woodland, high in the breathtaking Shropshire hills overlooking the country market town of Church Stretton. This three-star hotel commands panoramic views across the Welsh Borders and offers a unique blend of personal attention and high standards of service with an excellent range of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool. We think that the Longmynd Hotel is the perfect venue for our trip with very good food, superb location, excellent accommodation & facilities, and most importantly, professional & friendly staff.
* Premium Rooms
• Fluffy bathrobe and slippers
• 32 inch TV
• Luxurious Matress Enhanced Toiletries
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Double Share (Must be 2) | £419.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Twin Share Space | £419.00 | Available |
| Member Premium Double Share (Must be 2) | £465.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Premium FEMALE Twin Share | £465.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Single Room | £479.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Premium Single Room | £519.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Double for Sole Occupancy | £539.00 | Available |
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