Description
Shropshire as a continuous hiking experience.
The Shropshire Way connects hills, valleys, and historic sites with Shrewsbury as a central hub. Developed in collaboration with local partners, the guide provides an overview of a region rich in content outside the most visited British hiking areas. The terrain offers both open heights and quieter connections between small towns, with history forming a distinct part of the journey.
Two loops adaptable to your holiday.
The route can be followed as a longer itinerary or divided into northern and southern sections via the connection at Shrewsbury. Stage information also allows for the selection of shorter segments. This provides flexibility whether you wish to hike for a week, take several shorter trips, or simply test parts of the route before committing to more of the trail later.
Maps and practical waypoints along the way.
Route descriptions and maps are supported by information that facilitates the planning of transport and logistics. Locations such as Stiperstones, Wenlock Edge, Ironbridge, and the Wrekin provide various highlights throughout the route. The book also covers the Stretton Skyline Walk as a more demanding alternative, providing both a continuous itinerary and the option to choose a particularly challenging day hike in the area.
From gentle connections to longer days on the hills.
While these are not high mountains, some stages involve significant length and ascent. Ground conditions and weather also affect the time required for the hikes. The guide is suitable for hikers seeking a varied regional project who can use the stages as a starting point, with room to adjust plans according to fitness, accommodation, and current conditions throughout their stay in Shropshire.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher grew from a community of climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share detailed knowledge of their routes—a tradition that continues to characterize the publisher’s books on hiking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: John Gillham. English language. 192 pages. First edition, published 2019. ISBN 9781786310088.
