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Caer Caradoc – Caractacus' Cave loop from Cardington

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Caer Caradoc – Caractacus' Cave loop from Cardington

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Caer Caradoc – Caractacus' Cave loop from Cardington

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5.22km

200m

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

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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2.39 km

Caer Caradoc Iron Age hillfort

Highlight • Historical Site

The summit of Caer Caradoc boasts a fine example of an Iron Age hill fort. Here, you can explore the ancient ditches that soldiers used to defend against Roman invaders …

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2.47 km

Caer Caradoc

Highlight • Climb

Caer Caradoc might not be the tallest of the Shropshire Hills but what it lacks in height, it certainly makes up for in character. The iconic hill has a very …

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2.64 km

Caractacus' Cave

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.22 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.21 km

1.04 km

913 m

Surfaces

2.08 km

1.30 km

913 m

858 m

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Caer Caradoc – Caractacus' Cave loop from Cardington

Caer Caradoc Iron Age hillfort

Caer Caradoc

Caractacus' Cave

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