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Stiperstones - A spectacular rock outcrop on a long ridge, less well known than The Long Mynd but much more interesting. There are some old lead mines and quarries along the western edge of the Stiperstones (Tankerville, Bog & Snailbeach) which are also worth a visit, as is the Bog Centre for teas. Open Easter - Oct, Weds - Sun. You can download a circular walk here.
Long Mynd - Very popular in summer, great views and if the weather is good you can also watch the gliders and paragliders taking off over the edge of the escarpment. www.shropshirehillsaonb.co.uk
Offa’s Dyke - The Dyke passes about 3 miles from Bishop’s Castle, some excellent scenery but a lot of up and down
The Shropshire Way - A fascinating long distance walks encompassing Shropshires geological roots. www.shropshirewalking.co.uk/shropshire-way/
The Kerry Ridgeway - 15 miles from Bishop’s Castle to Cider House Farm, Powys. Good route for cycling. www.bbc.co.uk/wales/mid/sites/walks/pages/kerry_ridgeway.shtml
Bury Ditches - A spectacular Hill Fort about 3 miles from the town. It has a number of well laid out paths around the fort.
Mitchell’s Fold & Corndon Hill - Mitchell’s Fold is an ancient stone circle and the area around it, although less well known than the Long Mynd and Stiperstones, is well worth exploring.
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