Ropewalk dingle countryside site
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Ropewalk Dingle is part of the former Severn Cliff House gardens. It is a large open space in the heart of Bridgnorth with access to stunning locations including the town of Bridgnorth itself and the riverside. Shropshire Council now owns this land and is aiming to create a more welcoming space for both residents and tourists to enjoy.
Ropewalk dingle is an area full of historical features reminiscent of the sites role as the extension of the Severn Valley Railway on its way to Ironbridge.
At present there are three access points to Ropewalk Dingle. Following the path leading from the Cliff Road entrance, it is possible to walk towards Bridgnorth Leisure Centre which links in with many other interesting sites in the town such as St Leonard’s Church. A second access point from the site leads to the Riverside, which is already a popular route with residents and tourists alike.
An abandoned railway tunnel marks the Southern boundary of the site. This tunnel is owned and maintained by British Rail. The path leading to this area comes to a dead end at this tunnel.
This site has the advantage of being in the centre of Bridgnorth. Because of it’s three access points, this area of open space allows users to gain access from Cliff Road at one end of town to Mold Court in the centre. There is also access to the Riverside via Friars Street, which is a route usually walked by tourists venturing down from the town to the River Severn.