Apley is a region in Shropshire, England, centered around the Apley Estate, which spans 8,500 acres of parkland, farmland, and forestry. This area is characterized by its diverse natural environment, including the 56-acre Apley Woods, a Local Nature Reserve featuring meadows, pools, and winding footpaths. The landscape provides varied terrain suitable for outdoor pursuits, from accessible woodland paths to undulating parklands, making Apley a destination for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
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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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01:45
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. 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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12.9km
03:17
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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11.6km
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55.3km
02:11
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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61.3km
02:51
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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77.6km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.70km
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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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5.58km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.4km
01:10
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.0km
01:16
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Apley offers diverse outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features 8,500 acres of parkland, farmland, and forestry, providing varied terrain for exploration. More than 3,000 visitors have shared experiences on komoot, with routes rated an average of 4.65 out of 5 stars.
Apley provides numerous hiking opportunities, including accessible paths in Apley Woods and the 1-mile (1.5 km) Skylark Nature Trail. The Estate also hosts multi-terrain running races through its parklands. For more information, consult the Hiking around Apley guide.
Apley is a good base for exploring the wider Shropshire cycling network. The Shropshire Cycleway offers routes for touring, including a family-friendly section between Telford and Bridgnorth. The Shropshire Hills National Landscape provides challenging road cycling routes. Refer to the Cycling around Apley and Road Cycling Routes around Apley guides for details.
Apley Woods offers accessible paths suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and buggies, including a 20-minute level walk. The Skylark Nature Trail is a 1-mile (1.5 km) route suitable for families. The Easy hikes around Apley guide provides further options.
Apley features Apley Woods, a Local Nature Reserve with meadows, pools, and historic sites. Within the woods, visitors can find the remains of the original Apley Castle, dating back to 1270, and a Georgian mansion house. Unique attractions like the 'Energy Rising' carved stone sculpture and various woodland art pieces are also present.
The provided information does not specify dog-friendly rules for all trails in Apley. Visitors should check local signage or the Apley Estate's official website for specific regulations regarding dogs on trails and in designated areas.
Komoot offers several guides for Apley, including Hiking around Apley, Cycling around Apley, Road Cycling Routes around Apley, Running Trails around Apley, Easy hikes around Apley, and MTB Trails around Apley.
Apley is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors having recorded their tours. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars from over 170 ratings.
For mountain biking opportunities in the Apley region, consult the MTB Trails around Apley guide. This resource provides details on routes suitable for mountain biking in the area.
The official website for Apley Estate is apleyestate.co.uk. For general enquiries, the Apley Estate Office can be reached by phone at +44 1952 582770.
Apley Woods is a 56-acre Local Nature Reserve within the Apley Estate, recognized with Green Flag status. It features meadows, pools, trees, and winding footpaths, offering accessible routes for various visitors. The woods also contain historical elements like the site of Apley Castle and unique woodland art installations.

