41. T50 - Day 3: 14 miles, Dog Friendly

Route Description: This is the third of 4 consecutive days , which together cover the whole of the Telford T50 50 Mile Trail. The trail was established, as part of Telford's 50th anniversary celebrations, in 2018. It joins together most of the open spaces in Telford.

Today’s route is https://explore.osmaps.com/route/2112032/telfordt5050miletrailstage6 followed by https://explore.osmaps.com/route/2112136/telfordt5050miletrailstage7

It is described in detail Stage 6 | Telfordt5050trail and Stage 7 | Telfordt5050trail and also in The Guide Book | Telfordt5050trail

On today’s walk we will first climb to Snedshill and enjoy surprisingly good views. We will then go via the Nabb, the Cockshutt and Central Hall (an open space) to the detached part of Granville Country Park. After this we will go, via Muxton and field paths, to Lilleshall village and monument. We will pass over the hill then return to Muxton and the main part of Granville Country Park. After enjoying the view from “The top of the World” bench and admiring the old canal basin and Old Lodge Furnaces, it's up all the way, via the picturesque Priorslee Flash and village, to the notional start and finish of the trail in Telford Town Park. From here we will walk the short distance to Telford town centre to catch the number 4 bus back to Oakengates.

Grade of Walk: Moderate

Pace: Moderate

Terrain: A bit of everything

Steps: Some

Stiles: Some

Dog Friendly: Yes – Dogs to be kept on leads unless agreed by the Walk Leader

https://ironbridgewalking.co.uk/our-festival#dog-walks-guidance

Walk Leader: Naomi Wrighton

Distance: 14 miles

Ascent: 1300 ft

Descent: A very undulating route , nothing very steep. Overall height gain is about 100 ft.

Walk and Talk: No

Specific Walk Information: N/A

Under 18s, accompanied by an adult with parental responsibility, MAY be able to undertake this walk with the consent of the walk leader. Please contact [email protected] to discuss and indicate on the booking that the place is for a child including their AGE after their SURNAME.

Essential Information for Walkers

Planning:

1. Please allow plenty of time to reach your event and change into your walking gear. Parking can be tricky in the Gorge, so please arrive for the walk 10 minutes before the start time.
2. For parking information, please visit: https://www.telford.gov.uk/roadworks-transport-and-streets/parking/car-parks/ or for details of other car parks in the borough that are not council managed, visit Parkopedia website
3. It is possible to reach Ironbridge via public transport but there are limited services. For information on local bus services see www.arrivabus.co.uk or www.telfordpublictransport.co.uk
4. Medals are available for anyone completing 25,50,75 or 100 miles over 3 or more walks during the festival and if you complete over 150 miles you will receive our Cartman Challenge medal – it has been done!

Clothing, Equipment and Comfort:

1. All walks take place within the Ironbridge Gorge which will naturally include uphill and downhill sections, even for short walks. You may want to consider using a walking pole or poles. Please refer to the overview of the walls which give more detail.
2. Good walking boots/walking shoes are essential on all of walks. Wear/carry clothing for wet and sunny weather. We can have both in the same day!
3. Some sections of the routes may be overgrown and have nettles and brambles, so consider sleeve and trouser lengths for your own comfort.
4. Please come prepared for the walk, with water, drinks, snacks and food as appropriate for the length, duration and effort of the walk as it is rarely possible to purchase items on route.
5. Please also be aware that toilet facilities and seating are limited on most of the routes.
6. Be mindful of any recent rainfall that may also make some of the routes muddy and consider using walking poles. Walking routes may be changed at the last minute due to the impact of the weather.

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