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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Richard's Castle

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Richard's Castle

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Richard's Castle

02:25

18.8km

530m

Running

Hard run. 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: February 27, 2026

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Bus stop

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1.04 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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12.5 km

Straddling the border between Herefordshire and Shropshire is Mortimer Forest. It's an invigorating place to walk, with enchanting, hilly trails and plenty of wildlife. The forest reaches its highest point …

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13.4 km

View From the Top

Highlight • Viewpoint

13.4 km

High Vinnalls Summit

Highlight • Forest

High Vinnalls is the highest point in Mortimer Forest at 1,230 feet (375 m) and is considered part of the Shropshire Hills family, despite being in North Herefordshire. It rewards …

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18.6 km

Richard's Castle

Highlight • Settlement

Richard's Castle is a scattered parish straddling both Herefordshire and Shropshire on the western edge of the Teme Valley. The oldest part of the village is situated around its ancient …

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18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.51 km

6.63 km

2.47 km

124 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

2.28 km

2.05 km

420 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 6 May

15°C

5°C

37 %

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Richard's Castle

Shropshire Lanes

Mortimer Forest

View From the Top

High Vinnalls Summit

Richard's Castle

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