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Blazing Bikes, Marshbrook, Church Stretton, Shropshire SY6 6QE
Call 01694 781515
or visit: www.mtb-shropshire.co.uk
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Shropshire SY6 6DA
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Things to know about riding the Long Mynd
Follow the map
The Long Mynd is predominantly open Moor: which means you will need a little
bit of navigational skill and an idea of where you’re heading to find your way. The
pay off comes with the natural single-track that you will often have mostly to
yourself. We have numbered some of the key trails to make it easier to navigate
the area.
Where to start
Take a jacket
The Long Mynd does not have many trees! Which means great views but
when the weather turns and the wind and rain starts you will be pushed to
find shelter. So bring a jacket; it can be a pleasant day on the square in Church
Stretton but blowing a gale at Pole Cottage.
Follow the trails
Keep to the bridleways and permissive routes. We have listed and plotted some
of the best legal routes on and around the Long Mynd, as you explore you will no
doubt see plenty of enticing singletrack but please keep to the trails. If you’re not
sure where you can ride just ask or check out the map.
Maintain the Long Mynd’s natural beauty
Share the trail
Many of the trails have a gate at some point. It is important to always close them
behind you to prevent livestock getting loose.
The trails can be accessed from many start points, either the centre of Church
Stretton, Carding Mill Valley or the Shropshire Hills MTB centre where you will find
shops and cafe’s for any trail supplies. Please avoid parking in passing places on
country lanes or in the entrances to farmers’ fields.
We share these fantastic natural trails with walkers and horse riders so please be
considerate to other trail users as we all share a common interest in enjoying the
trails. Keep your speed under control and give way to walkers and horses. When
on the road be aware of cars particularly on narrow steep single-track roads. Give
friendly warning when approaching walkers from behind.
Best practice for passing horses
Slow down, give verbal warning. Pass downside where possible.
Personal safety
 Always carry a mobile phone and some sort of identification
 Ride within your ability
 Ensure your bike is safe to ride and be prepared for all emergencies
 Always tell someone where you are going and when you will be back
 Reflective materials on your clothes or bike can save your life
 ALWAYS wear a helmet
 Particular care should be taken on unstable or wet surfaces
 Remember, have fun and enjoy!
Should you ever become lost on the Long Mynd in bad weather the advice is to try
and find a road and follow to civilisation. If you can’t find a road then descending
will always lead you to the bottom of the Long Mynd and ultimately a road.
Gates
Protect plants by not riding over them; be considerate to wildlife and livestock
by slowing down when approaching animals. Take your litter home so it does not
pose a threat to animals or spoil our countryside.
Route information
Because of the variety of the Long Mynd and the surrounding area you are faced
with plenty of riding choices and we have highlighted some of the best trails that
can be mixed and matched to create a route to suit your needs. All trails are either
legal rights of way or permissive routes and you can travel in any direction you like.
Beware live Airfield
Always be alert and do not cross the airfield. Use waymarked trails.
Useful contacts
In an emergency always dial 999
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
www.shropshirecycling.co.uk
www.bridleways.co.uk
www.churchstretton.co.uk
www.shropshirehillsaonb.co.uk
Visitor Information Centre, The Library, Church Street, Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 723133
Long Mynd MTB Map
Recommended on-road routes
Recommended off-road routes
Recommended direction
Shropshire Way
Bridleways
Footpaths
Cycle shop
Visitor Information
Public House
Café
Shops
Public Toilets
Car Park
Viewpoint
Camping & Caravaning
Camping
Youth Hostel
Bunkhouse
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Mountain Bike Centre Trails Shop
ROUTEDISTANCE DESCRIPTION DIFFICULTY
ROUTEDISTANCE DESCRIPTION
DIFFICULTY
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3.55km
Moderate
2.92km
Fast flowing technical track. Rocky leading
to Tarmac road through Cardingmill Valley Difficult
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1.65km
Fast, hard-packed, non-technical surface Easy
1.5km
Fast, fun, grassy
Easy
1.2km
Predominantly grass with rocky tracks
Moderate
1.4km
Rocky, single-track
Moderate
2.0km
Fast, fun single-track in both directions
Moderate
2.45km
Fire road
Easy/Moderate
1.2km
Rocky, open zig-zag track
Moderate
0.7km
Very fast chute – “The Toboggan Run”
Moderate
3.45km
Open, rocky bridleway
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Easy
1.45km
Fast, non-technical single track
Moderate
1.75km
Rocky green lane
Moderate
3.05km
Fast, technical single track
Difficult
2.92km
Very fast grassy hillside
Moderate
Fast, non-technical track