Walking in Shropshire

Walking in Shropshire offers some of the finest scenery and views in the country.

Visit and explore the beautiful Shropshire Countryside. With endless possibilities for all, Shropshire is a wonderful county to explore on foot. From the rolling hills and meandering rivers to the areas of outstanding natural beauty, there are opportunities for all interests and abilities. Be it a long distance trail to a short local circular walk, the Countryside Service aims to provide you with the means of getting out and about within Shropshire.

With many opportunities for all interests and abilities the countryside offers you the means of improving your health, knowledge base and local interest by making exercise a normal routine part of daily life.

Shropshire Walking Website
Visit the new Shropshire Walking Website to explore the amazing variety of walking opportunities available throughout the county. Click on the link on the right of this page.

Long Distance Routes
Shropshire has a number of long distance promoted routes covering the County, including walking and horseriding routes such as the Offa's Dyke National Trail, Jack Mytton Bridleway and the Shropshire Way.

The Shropshire Way is currently undergoing a major upgrade of the southern section. Follow the Long Distance Promoted Routes link on this page to get all the latest information.

Circular Routes
With routes from 2 miles to 11 miles find out where you can get out and about for a days activity on your feet (or horse or bicycle).

Walking for Health
If you can answer yes to any of these questions:
Would you like to improve your health, get fitter and have fun?
Would you like to get out more and walk in your community but you’re not sure of suitable routes?
Would you like the companionship of walking with others?
... then visit our walking for health pages to find out more.