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West Midlands Region

The Shroppie Fly, Audlem – St James' Church, Audlem loop from Market Drayton

Bike touring routes & trails

West Midlands Region

The Shroppie Fly, Audlem – St James' Church, Audlem loop from Market Drayton

Moderate

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The Shroppie Fly, Audlem – St James' Church, Audlem loop from Market Drayton

01:40

28.0km

180m

Cycling

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

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.49 km

Tittenley Pool

Highlight • Lake

This is one of a number of attractive pools along the route--great place to stop for a rest.

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2

8.15 km

Dead Long

Highlight • Other

3

13.2 km

The Shroppie Fly, Audlem

Highlight • Pub

Take a seat and relax next to the canal with a pint or a coffee.

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4

13.4 km

Shropshire Union Canal Lock

Highlight • Structure

Constructed during the 18th century, the Shropshire Union canal served as a vital artery during the Industrial Revolution. Today, the canal flows through Staffordshire, Shropshire and Cheshire from Ellesmere Port …

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5

13.5 km

Audlem Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Audlem is a sizeable picturesque canal side village with a long history that goes back to the doomsday book. Audlem is famous for its run of 15 locks designed by …

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6

13.6 km

Audlem Centre

Highlight • Settlement

7

13.6 km

St James' Church, Audlem

Highlight • Historical Site

The parish church in Audlem stands on a hill overlooking the village. Well worth a visit.

audlemstjameschurch.org.uk/church-history

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8

19.6 km

View of Snowdon

Highlight • Viewpoint

View to left of Snowdon

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25.5 km

Oxleasow Wood

Forest

B

28.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

6.91 km

770 m

220 m

Surfaces

18.0 km

9.83 km

220 m

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Highest point (140 m)

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