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The Sun and The Lion Pubs – Hopton Castle loop from Bucknell

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The Sun and The Lion Pubs – Hopton Castle loop from Bucknell

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The Sun and The Lion Pubs – Hopton Castle loop from Bucknell

01:09

19.0km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.37 km

The Sun and The Lion Pubs

Highlight • Other

6.58 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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6.71 km

View of Leintwardine and the Rivers Teme and Clun

Highlight • Settlement

Close to the Welsh and Shropshire borders, at the meeting of the Rivers Teme and Clun, is the large Roman-origin village of Leintwardine. It is a great base for some …

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7.45 km

Scenic Country Lane with Tranquil River Crossing

Highlight (Segment) • River

13.8 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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18.8 km

Bucknell Village

Highlight • Settlement

There's a railway station at Bucknell about 3 minutes walk past the Sitwell Arms pub, and the Celtic X48 bus calls at the station too(timetable is valid until December 2025) …

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19.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.5 km

2.41 km

137 m

Surfaces

10.6 km

8.31 km

137 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

17°C

10°C

61 %

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The Sun and The Lion Pubs – Hopton Castle loop from Bucknell

The Sun and The Lion Pubs

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

View of Leintwardine and the Rivers Teme and Clun

Scenic Country Lane with Tranquil River Crossing

Hopton Castle

Bucknell Village

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