Blue Trail loop from Hopton Castle

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Blue Trail loop from Hopton Castle

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Blue Trail loop from Hopton Castle

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8.29km

230m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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22 m

Blue Trail

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118 m

Hopton Woods Mountain Bike Trails

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The whole of Hopton Wood is festooned with some of the best trails the county has to offer. Stiff climbs, screaming descents, technical riding galore, and smooth singletrack all blend …

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Forest Path in Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.72 km

3.57 km

Surfaces

8.29 km

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

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56 %

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Hopton Woods Mountain Bike Trails

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