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Ludford Bridge – Hopton Castle loop from Ludlow

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Ludford Bridge – Hopton Castle loop from Ludlow

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Ludford Bridge – Hopton Castle loop from Ludlow

03:54

59.4km

720m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.25 km

Ludford Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This gorgeous, Grade I-listed bridge connects the village of Ludford to the historic town of Ludlow. Spanning the River Teme, the bridge was the site of a small battle during …

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4.22 km

Wooffley Coppice

Forest

9.67 km

Shropshire Lanes

Highlight • Cycleway

After the slightly harsher road surfaces of Herefordshire, the lovely Shropshire lanes are equally verdant and luscious, but more comfortable!

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14.6 km

View of the Teme Valley from Dionscourt Hill

Highlight • Summit

This viewpoint, below the summit of Dionscourt Hill at 291m, offers far-reaching vistas out across the Teme valley - a great place to pause for breath after the climb.

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30.1 km

Leintwardine Highlights: Stone Bridge, St Mary Magdalene Church, and Sun Inn

Highlight • Historical Site

Leintwardine is a pretty village in Herefordshire, on the border with Wales. The village has a rich history that stretches back to Roman times and retains many beautiful buildings. The …

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30.9 km

Scenic Country Lane with Tranquil River Crossing

Highlight (Segment) • River

37.4 km

Hopton Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Hopton Castle, located in Shropshire, is a historic fortification that dates back to the 12th century. This medieval castle played a significant role in the English Civil War and was …

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59.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

54.9 km

1.49 km

1.26 km

887 m

736 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.7 km

22.8 km

748 m

157 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Sunday 17 May

14°C

7°C

68 %

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Ludford Bridge – Hopton Castle loop from Ludlow

Ludford Bridge

Shropshire Lanes

View of the Teme Valley from Dionscourt Hill

Leintwardine Highlights: Stone Bridge, St Mary Magdalene Church, and Sun Inn

Scenic Country Lane with Tranquil River Crossing

Hopton Castle

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