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The Marches Meander
5
or 7 nights - Moderate
This holiday explores
the quiet countryside and history of Shropshire. See some of the
varied scenery starting gently on the Shropshire Plain, and heading
towards the foothills of the south Shropshire hills. Follow quiet lanes, past Moreton Corbet
Castle, Attingham Park, the Roman ruins at Wroxeter, and a vineyard.
Towards the middle of the break the route takes you into the beautiful
countryside on the edge of the Long Mynd. From here head back to
the Shropshire Plain, through Melverley, on the banks of
the River Severn, with its 13th century timber church.
   
The seven night holiday
includes a loop towards Wenlock Edge with spectacular views and acres
of National Trust woodland. Stay in Ironbridge for 2 nights giving chance
to visit the world famous Ironbridge Gorge Museum. The rest day could also
be spent in Shrewsbury, or more quietly, close to the Long Mynd.
Cycling distances
- 20 - 25 miles a day
Accommodation: Farms/B
& B's or Hotels/Country House Hotels
Soulton Hall Hotel
COST: Per
person
| Number
of nights |
Farm/B
& B's |
Hotel/Country
House Hotels |
| 5 |
£400 |
£535 |
| 7 |
£530 |
£670 |
| Single
supp/night |
£10
- 15 |
£20
- £35 |
Child Discounts
- (Children sharing with 2 adults) Under 2 -
free, under 4 - 80%, Under 12 - 50% and 12 to 16 - 25%
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This cycling holiday includes
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- Overnight
B & B accommodation
- Detailed routes, maps,
background
information
- Quality bikes
(discount available of you prefer to bring your own)
- Helmets and tool
kit, puncture resistant tyres
- Luggage transfer
& full support and back-up should you need help
- Car
parking or transfer to and from
nearest station
Nearest station -
Wem, near Shrewsbury
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ITINERARY
- 5 night, 6 day holiday
Day 1 - Arrive
at from lunchtime. We meet you when you arrive to deliver bikes and adjust
them to make sure they are comfortable. Circular ride around countryside
(about 15 - 16 miles).
Day
2 - Cycle through the market town of Wem famous for its sweet peas.
Then on past Hawkstone Park and Follies. from here the route passes
through small villages of Stanton on Hine Heath and Shawbury. There is
chance to visit Moreton Corbett Castle and Haughmond Abbey. Stay at the
village pub in Upton Magna or hotel in Atcham. About 25 miles.
Day 3 -
From here pass Attingham Hall and Gardens and the large roman
ruins at Wroxeter. Then on to Acton Burnell which has lovely castle ruins,
and to All Stretton/Church Stretton area at the foothills of the Long Mynd.
25 miles.
Day 4 - The
toughest day as you climb over the Long Mynd - but worth it for the
fantastic views and quietness. Once at the top the its down hill the other
side and back to gently rolling countryside. 23 miles
Day 5 - Cycle
through Melverley, on the banks of
the River Severn, with its 13th century timber church and then
on through very peaceful countryside to Burlton for the last night. 20
- 23 miles.
Day 6 - Cycle
back to the starting point through the small market town of Ellesmere with
the largest of the meres (lakes) in the area. Leave Ellesmere following a
lovely section of canal towpath to Colemere Country Park. We meet
you back at your starting point with you luggage and to collect the bikes.
About 20 miles.
ITINERARY
- 7 night, 8 day holiday
Day 1 - Arrive
at from lunchtime. We meet you when you arrive to deliver bikes and adjust
them to make sure they are comfortable. Circular ride around countryside
(about 15 - 16 miles).
Day
2 - Cycle through the market town of Wem famous for its sweet peas.
Then on past Hawkstone Park and Follies. from here the route passes
through small villages of Stanton on Hine Heath and Shawbury. There is
chance to visit Moreton Corbett Castle and Haughmond Abbey. Stay at the
village pub in Upton Magna or hotel in Atcham. About 25 miles.
Day 3 -
From here pass Attingham Hall and Gardens and the large roman
ruins at Wroxeter. Then a bit of a climb to Wenlock Edge and on to the
steep Ironbridge Gorge.
Day 4 - Spend
a day exploring the lovely riverside, world heritage site, town of
Ironbridge famous for being the centre of the industrial revolution. Visit
the famous museum.
Day 5 - Starts
with steep climb out of the gorge (our advice is it's best to walk!) and
then on to Much Wenlock with its lovely high Street, old priory now owned
by English Heritage. Its worth spending some time here. Then to Acton
Burnell which has lovely castle ruins, and to All Stretton/Church Stretton
area at the foothills of the Long Mynd. 21 miles.
Day 6 - The
toughest day as you climb over the Long Mynd - but worth it for the
fantastic views and quietness. Once at the top the its down hill the other
side and back to gently rolling countryside. 23 miles
Day 7 - Cycle
through Melverley, on the banks of
the River Severn, with its 13th century timber church and then
on through very peaceful countryside to Burlton for the last night. 20
- 23 miles.
Day 8 - Cycle
back to the starting point through the small market town of Ellesmere with
the largest of the meres (lakes) in the area. Leave Ellesmere following a
lovely section of canal towpath to Colemere Country Park. We meet
you back at your starting point with you luggage and to collect the bikes.
About 20 miles
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