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

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Richard's Castle

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

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

05:21

18.6km

470m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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9.13 km

View of the South Shropshire Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

The few miles between Burrington and Downton are beautiful, the hills being an extension of the south Shropshire hills. They are substantial with plenty of tree cover along their ridges.

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9.70 km

Burrington Farmhouse

Highlight • Historical Site

The farm house at Burrington Farm is a magnificent and imposing building.

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9.96 km

St George's Church, Burrington

Highlight • Religious Site

A small village in the rural far north of Herefordshire, Burrington dates back to when the manor was held by Eadric the Wild. There are various legends surrounding Eadric, who …

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12.1 km

Elton Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

Very impressive and wonderfully situated manor house.

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14.5 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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15.4 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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15.4 km

Bench With View of the Welsh Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

You do get a view of the distant Welsh Hills from the summit, but you need to stand on the bench to get a good view as the trees are starting to grow and block it out.

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15.8 km

View of Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

Close to the summit of High Vinnalls there is a fine view to the east, towards the distant Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee hills. When you emerge from the trees …

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18.6 km

End point

Parking

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