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All Ability Trail 1.6 km (1 mile)This figure-of-8 trail provides two loops of ½ mile. It encompasses a variety of habitats and two wildlife ponds on an easy-access surface. There are two picnic tables and a number of seats along the route.

Vinnalls Loop Trail 4.8 km (3 miles)Climb to the summit of the High Vinnalls and panoramic views across Shropshire, Herefordshire and Wales. This is a moderate to hard walk with some steep climbs.

Climbing Jack Trail 14.5 km (9 miles)Taking in most of Mortimer Forest, this trail passes through a variety of habitats and provides the walker with superb views. Given the distance and the steep nature of some sections, this trail is suitable for serious walkers. 

Situated next to the Forest Office, this car park is open Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4.30pm. When closed, you may park at the roadside.

Whitcliffe car park

How to get there 2 miles south-west of Ludlow on the Wigmore road. Follow the brown tourist sign from Ludford Bridge. (Grid ref: SO495740).

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Vinnalls car park

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Black Pool car park

• Spaces for disabled users• Two easy access picnic tables. • Horsebox facilities (Riders will need 

to purchase a key for the height restriction barriers (2.1m / 6’6”) from the District Office on 01889 586593). 

Black Pool car park

How to get there Off the Ludlow to Wigmore road, 2½ miles south-west of Ludlow. (Grid ref: SO474731)

Vinnalls car park

How to get there Off the B4361 Ludlow to Richard’s Castle road, 2 miles south-west of Ludlow. (Grid ref: SO497717).

Black Pool Loop Trail 2.4 km (1.5 miles)Archaeological features in this area include quarries, holloways (ancient sunken cart tracks) charcoal burning platforms, and an Iron Age settlement.

Whitcliffe Loop Trail 3.2 km (2 miles)Follow this trail and explore the ‘Evens’ part of the forest. Enjoy views down Mary Knoll Valley and beyond. There are three benches on this trail.

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