Preston Upon The Weald Moors is a village and civil parish in Shropshire, England, characterized by its distinctive wetland environment. This region features a low-lying landscape with highly sensitive peat soil, slow-flowing rivers known as 'strines', rush-filled drainage dykes, and damp pastures. Accessible paths traverse woodlands such as Apley Woods and Ercall Woods, providing a verdant setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
Preston Upon…
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15.8km
04:45
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.89km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.2km
03:49
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.2km
04:56
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400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40.3km
01:38
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:40
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23.0km
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23.0km
01:10
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90m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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17.6km
01:56
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.7km
02:39
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.1km
03:18
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.3km
01:48
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
11.8km
01:14
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.06km
00:38
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17.4km
01:03
110m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.1km
03:02
450m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.6km
01:19
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40.5km
02:15
170m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:18
140m
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.9km
03:10
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.7km
01:46
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Preston Upon The Weald Moors offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region's unique wetland landscape provides diverse settings for these pursuits. More than 22,000 visitors have explored routes here, with an average rating of 4.65 stars on komoot.
Preston Upon The Weald Moors is characterized by its distinctive wetland environment, featuring sensitive peat soil, slow-flowing rivers ('strines'), and damp pastures. This low-lying landscape, shaped by glacial drainage, supports a rich ecosystem and provides a serene setting for outdoor activities. Accessible paths traverse woodlands like Apley Woods and Ercall Woods.
Yes, Preston Upon The Weald Moors provides various hiking opportunities, with many routes traversing woodlands and former marshland. Trails in areas such as Apley Woods and Ercall Woods are accessible and often feature gentle gradients. Explore available options in the Hiking around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide.
Preston Upon The Weald Moors offers easy hiking routes, particularly in woodlands like Apley Woods and Ercall Woods, which feature gentle gradients. These trails are suitable for various fitness levels. Find more details in the Easy hikes around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide.
Road cycling is well-suited to the area, which features an officially designated network of 'quiet lanes'. The region also connects to the National Cycle Network, with Wellington on Route 81 and Newport on Route 55. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide for routes.
While dedicated mountain biking trails are more prevalent in the broader Shropshire Hills region, Preston Upon The Weald Moors offers accessible off-road options. Cyclists should adhere to legal routes and respect the environment. Information on routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide.
The accessible paths and gentle gradients found in the woodlands and former marshland make Preston Upon The Weald Moors suitable for jogging. Trails in areas like Apley Woods and Ercall Woods offer good opportunities for runners. Refer to the Running Trails around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide for specific routes.
Preston Upon The Weald Moors is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 22,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's routes have received an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars from users. This indicates a positive experience for those engaging in outdoor activities here.
Komoot offers several guides for Preston Upon The Weald Moors, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, Easy Hikes, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Touring Cycling, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for Preston Upon The Weald Moors is prestonuponwealdmoors.org.uk. For direct contact, a phone number is available at +447968059853. Information regarding local facilities and meetings is often posted on the village notice board.
Yes, Preston Upon The Weald Moors offers opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing its network of paths and quiet lanes. The diverse terrain, including woodlands and former marshland, provides suitable routes for this activity. Consult the Gravel biking around Preston Upon The Weald Moors guide for more information.
Preston Upon The Weald Moors is an important stronghold for various wildlife, particularly due to its wetland environment. Observers may spot bird species like Barn Owls and Hobbys, and a diverse array of insects such as Banded Demoiselle and Black-tailed Skimmer dragonflies. Small water bodies also support water voles and other aquatic flora and fauna.

