The area provides numerous walking opportunities, ranging from gentle strolls to longer, more exhilarating hikes. A pack of recommended walks can be downloaded here.
The routes are generally clearly marked, taking in many sites of historic and architectural interest. Of particular note are: the 30-mile Mortimer Trail, which commences in Ludlow and travels south-east to the border town of Kington; the Shropshire Way, which encompasses many of the country's must-sees; and, of course, Offa's Dyke, the Anglo-Saxon earthwork which runs from north to south along the Welsh border.
The Long Mynd
- excellent walking across extensive upland heath. Breathtaking views, heather and upland wildlife; conserved by the National Trust (open access).
Stiperstones
- spectacular six mile long ridge with unmistakable rugged outline; dramatic landscape which has inspired many local myths and legends. All ability trail with audio information (open access).
Wenlock Edge
- spectacular 18 mile long wooded escarpment with dramatic views, historic quarries, fossils, and rare flowers.
Brown Clee
- the highest point in Shropshire; twin summits offering panoramic views (open access and forest trail).
Titterstone Clee
- walks across common land; impressive views; car park near the summit (open access).
Caer Cadoc
- steep climb, dramatic views.
Offa's Dyke Path
- the most scenic stretches of this famous 177 mile national trail are between Knighton & Bishop's Castle.
Shropshire Way
- this 136 mile trail takes you through the best of the Shropshire Hills, including the Long Mynd, the Stiperstones and Wenlock Edge.
Jack Mytton Way
- Shropshire's long distance bridleway for those on foot, bicycle or horseback. The route stretches from Knighton in the west to the Severn Valley, and includes a southern loop to Cleobury Mortimes.
Mortimer Trail
- a 30 mile trail from Ludlow to Kington through the heart of the Marches. Features forests, woods, river banks and castles. Five shorter circular walks off the main trail.
Simon Evans Way
- following in the footsteps of a famous Cleobury Mortimer postman; runs 18 miles across rolling farmland and along the River Rea.