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Start 2025 with an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors! This group hike across the Long Mynd is the perfect way to kick off the new year—boost your fitness, enjoy breathtaking views, and connect with like-minded people in a friendly, inclusive group setting.Route Highlights
Carding Mill Valley – Follow the stony track alongside the stream, a peaceful start to the hike.
Lightspout Hollow & Waterfall – Venture into a narrow, steep-sided valley leading to Lightspout Waterfall. Scramble up alongside the waterfall for a fun challenge, or take the main path for a gentler ascent.
Pole Bank Summit – Enjoy breathtaking views from the highest point of Long Mynd at 517m, overlooking the Shropshire Hills and the valleys of Wales.
The Burway – Descend the iconic hill with its sweeping panoramas, heading back towards Carding Mill Valley.
Optional: Join us for a drink or lunch at a local pub after the hike for a chance to socialise!
Event Details
Date: Saturday 4th January 2025
Time: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm (Approx. 4 hours)
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
Ascent: 290 m
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Terrain: Grassy and muddy hills, with some steep rocky sections for scrambling. Some paths have exposed drops to one side
Meeting Point: Carding Mill Valley Café, Church Stretton (SY6 6JG) Google maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NdPnzT2izNyeCwCi7
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Parking: Parking is free for NT members on site. There is a £6 charge for non members
Follow the link for more information and to book here: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/the-long-mynd-shropshire-10km-all-welcome
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd NT, Chalet Pavilion Carding Mill Valley,Church Stretton, Shropshire, United Kingdom
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