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Nesscliffe loop from Shrewsbury

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Nesscliffe loop from Shrewsbury

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Nesscliffe loop from Shrewsbury

03:22

55.2km

380m

Cycling

Embark on the Nesscliffe loop from Shrewsbury, a moderate touring cycling route covering 34.3 miles (55.2 km) with an elevation gain of 1242 feet (379 metres), typically completed in 3 hours and 21 minutes. You will experience a diverse mix of paved and unpaved terrain, winding through woodland trails and…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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12.0 km

St Mary's Church and Shrawardine Castle

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Shrawardine (pronounced Shray-den) is a small village that's well worth a visit to see its interesting church and castle. The castle was built by Henry 1st and known as Castle …

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46.4 km

View of Shropshire from Lyth Hill

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This starts out as a double-track rough lane, which after going through a gate, leads onto a short grassy section before a short, steep rocky descent to another gate. The …

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53.8 km

The English Bridge

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The English Bridge is one of two routes into the historic town centre, it has beautiful views of the town's historic architecture. A perfect spot for photography at sunset. Also …

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55.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.7 km

7.61 km

2.21 km

779 m

666 m

176 m

111 m

Surfaces

30.7 km

23.5 km

782 m

197 m

152 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Tuesday 30 June

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St Mary's Church and Shrawardine Castle

View of Shropshire from Lyth Hill

The English Bridge

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