How many miles is it to walk up the Wrekin?
The Wrekin Hill Circular is a 4 mile loop trail located near Telford, Shropshire, England that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
How long does it take to walk up and down the Wrekin?
Further Details
| Distance | Ascent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 8.09 km | 401 m | 1.5-2.5 hours |
How many Metres is the Wrekin?
| The Wrekin | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 407 metres (1,335 ft) |
| Prominence | 298 metres (978 ft) |
| Parent peak | Kinder Scout |
| Listing | Marilyn |
Where do you park to walk the Wrekin?
Follow the walk by clicking on the map pins or downloading the guides below
| Location: | The Wrekin Forest, Shropshire |
|---|---|
| Start and finish point: | Ercall Wood Local Nature Reserve car park, Ercall Lane, Wellington, TF1 2DY |
| Terrain: | The walk includes the summit of the Wrekin and parts are very steep |
Can I visit the Wrekin?
The most apparent features of this Scheduled Ancient Monument are probably its inner and outer entrances (Hell Gate and Heaven Gate), which continue to permit access to the summit for visitors travelling along the main track to the hill.
Is there toilets at the Wrekin?
So, where are the toilets? In short there aren’t any! The local ‘facilities’ opposite the Forest Glen car park were demolished by Telford and Wrekin Borough Council a number of years ago and not replaced.
How far is it from top to bottom of Wrekin?
A circular route of 6 miles with steep ascent & descent.
What’s at the top of the Wrekin?
The heavily forested Haughmond Hill is located behind it. The summit of the Wrekin with its trig point, toposcope (viewfinder) and radio tower.
Which counties can you see from the Wrekin?
Evidence suggests twenty historic counties of England and Wales are visible from The Wrekin on a clear day, including the summits of Blake Moor, Yorkshire (73 miles distant), Winter Hill, Lancashire (66 miles), Chastleton Hill, Oxfordshire (63 miles) and Pen Y Fan, Brecknockshire (66 miles).
Can you take a pushchair up the Wrekin?
Hi, you can but (personally) I wouldn’t recommend it as some parts of the hill is very uneven and rocky. over a year ago.