Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Exploring the mysterious borderlands of Shropshire, Marcher Castles way is a new exciting off-road adventure from Cycling UK, visiting ruined castles, ancient hill forts, beautifully preserved medieval villages and ridgeline bridleways to highlight the best riding Shropshire has to offer.
The challenging route covers 180 miles (290km) with over 16500 feet (5000 meters) of climbing, and is best suited for a mountain or gravel bike. Crossing the English and Welsh border eight times, the full route starts and finishes in the historic town of Shrewsbury.
Riders can also choose to break up the route into different stages with access to local transport offering a variety of ways to explore the region.
To find out more and get the GPX files, go to:
cyclinguk.org/marcher-castles-way
#cyclinguk #marchercastlesway #cycling
Exploring the mysterious borderlands of Shropshire, Marcher Castles way is a new exciting off-road adventure from Cycling UK, visiting ruined castles, ancient hill forts, beautifully preserved medieval villages and ridgeline bridleways to highlight the best riding Shropshire has to offer.
The challenging route covers 180 miles (290km) with over 16500 feet (5000 meters) of climbing, and is best suited for a mountain or gravel bike. Crossing the English and Welsh border eight times, the full route starts and finishes in the historic town of Shrewsbury.
Riders can also choose to break up the route into different stages with access to local transport offering a variety of ways to explore the region.
To find out more and get the GPX files, go to:
cyclinguk.org/marcher-castles-way
#cyclinguk #marchercastlesway #cycling
