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Walks programme details (below) up
to and including Sunday 7th September 2008. For details of walks later than
this contact the individual groups via the ‘Groups and
Contacts’ page to request a programme
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This list of RA organised walks and those of some of
the walking clubs affiliated to the Ramblers throughout Shropshire is
regularly updated. Please note that it does not include all walks organised
by affiliated clubs. See Events for the
RA Festivals of Summer and Winter Walks.
Essential
Information
Ability
Most walk descriptions give some idea of the degree of effort involved, but
this is very subjective – so much depends on your fitness and
experience of country walking. If in doubt, please check with the walk leader
in advance.
Non-members (including visitors to the area) are welcome to join RA walks
(most groups will ask you to become a member after several walks with them).
Travel.
Many walks begin at a town car park (CP) to facilitate car sharing (both to
help the environment and because parking in the country is often limited).
Groups usually have a suggested contribution for passengers.
Rail
Rambles
Rail Rambles, which started in 1989 have enabled thousands of people to enjoy
walking in Mid Wales & The Marches without having to use a car. More than
250 walks have been built up over the years and new ones are always being
devised. They’re open to everyone – there is no charge and no
need to be a member of any organisation. The programme below gives departure
times from Shrewsbury station (turn up with your walking boots, food, drink,
a waterproof, and a return ticket), but you can also join the group at
intermediate stations. Please note that the leaders are empowered to refuse anyone
who, in their opinion’ has unsuitable footwear.
‘Strenuous’ or ‘energetic’
refers to steeper climbs and/or a fast pace due to mileage and/or the return
train time.
‘Moderate’ – one or two climbs
and a steady pace
‘Undulating’ – rolling
countryside
‘Moderately easy’ – some gentle
climbs and some level ground
Times quoted are correct at the time of
publication. Rail Rambles programmes are available at local stations,
including Birmingham New St, or from The Ramblers in Wales, Ty’r
Cerddwyr, High Street, Gresford, Wrexham LL12 8PT. For more information,
phone the organisers, Richard and Barbara Addeyman on 01568 612571.
Timetable & fare enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Note:
Rail Rambles are included with the forthcoming
walks – a full list of rail walks for the next 6 months can be found on the Rail
Rambles page
Food and Equipment.
Please bring your own food and drink. Always bring waterproofs. All paths can
be rough and muddy, so stout shoes or walking boots are essential.
NB The Stiperstones Ridge always requires boots.
Dogs.
Dogs need exercise but cause trouble if they get out of control. Most groups
ban them from organised walks. Please check with the walk leader in advance.
RA disclaimer
NB The Association does not accept responsibility for any loss or injury
sustained on these walks.
*
denotes affiliated group
* Some Shropshire Area walks may also be found in
the ‘Walksfinder’ at www.ramblers.org.uk,
BUT please note - a different grading
system is in use. Local gradings are defined by the group organising the walk
and take a number of factors into account, degree of ascent etc. Local gradings
will continue to be used on this site.
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Date
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Group name
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Start
time
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Brief description
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Start place
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Dogs?
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Dist-
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mls
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Local
grading
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Contact details
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September
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02/09
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Market Drayton
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09.30
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Colemere
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Towers
Lawn CP, Market Drayton
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No
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5/6
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Food & drink required
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Cynthia
01630 657658
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02/09
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Shrewsbury &
Mid Shropshire
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19.00
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Wenlock Edge, Corvedale
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Sainsbury’s CP, Shrewsbury
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No
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Moderate
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Jeannie
01743 240686
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04/09
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Oswestry
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09.30
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Baschurch
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Lloyd St CP
Oswestry
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No
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4.5
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Leisurely
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Brian
01939 260739
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06/09
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Rail Rambles
New
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09.49
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Ludlow to Mortimer’s Cross via Mortimer Trail
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Dep Shrewsbury, book to Leominster, alight at Ludlow. Ret
from Leominster 18.09 ( bus from M. Cross to Leominster
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No
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14
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Energetic
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Michael
Enquiries to 01568 612571
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06/09
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Rail Rambles
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09.49
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Ludlow circular via Mary Knoll House, high \vinnals
& Climbing Jack Common
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Dep Shrewsbury. Ret from Ludlow 17.20
(N), 17.26 (S)
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No
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14
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Energetic
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Michael
Enquiries to 01568 612571
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07/09
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Market Drayton
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08.30
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From Cleobury Mortimer
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Towers
Lawn CP, Market Drayton
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No
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10
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Moderate
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Pierette
01939 235396
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07/09
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Oswestry
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09.30
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Craven Arms, Lower
Dinchope, Flounders folly
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Oak St CP, Oswestry
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No
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8
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Moderate
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Alison
01691 623026
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07/09
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Shrewsbury &
Mid Shropshire
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09.30
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Acton Burnell
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Rowley’s House, Barker ST, Shrewsbury
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No
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8/9
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Easy
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Elizabeth
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07/09
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South Shropshire
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10.00
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From Nordy Bank, Heath & Weston Hill
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Nordy Bank Fort
GR572851
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No
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10
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Moderately hilly
Exp217
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John
01584 873094
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07/09
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South Shropshire
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10.30
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Corvedale
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CP adjacent Swan pub, Aston Munslow
GR513846
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No
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6
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Not too energetic, one hill
Exp217
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Martin
01584 841242
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07/09
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*Wem Walkers
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13.30
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Ellesmere – woodland
GR401349
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Wem CP
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Yes
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4/5
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Easy
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Enquiries to 01939 233405
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09/09
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