Great Ness is a region in Shropshire, UK, offering a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. Nestled within the broader Shropshire Hills National Landscape, the area features rolling hills, expansive moorland, and picturesque river paths. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like jogging, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more, catering to different levels of experience.
The Great Ness region provides a wide array of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. With more than…
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8.75km
02:22
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.69km
01:17
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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71
runners
9.75km
01:12
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.3km
01:31
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.9km
01:36
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:06
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
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42.4km
01:45
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:45
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:03
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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01:44
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.9km
01:59
140m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.7km
00:55
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.3km
00:47
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Great Ness offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including jogging, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The region provides more than 60 routes across these sports, catering to various experience levels. The landscape features rolling hills, moorland, and river paths.
Great Ness has attracted more than 5,000 visitors on komoot. Users have rated the available routes an average of 4.64 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the outdoor experiences. There are 69 total routes recorded in the region.
Great Ness offers 19 dedicated jogging routes. These include challenging trails across moorland and gentler paths along riverbanks. More information on specific routes can be found in the guide Running Trails around Great Ness.
The Great Ness region provides 15 hiking routes, with terrain ranging from easy access walks to more strenuous expeditions. Notable areas for hiking include the Long Mynd and Stiperstones. The guide Hiking around Great Ness details many options.
Great Ness features 27 road cycling routes. Cyclists can explore quiet country lanes, wooded valleys, and open moorland. The Shropshire Cycleway offers designated routes. For detailed options, consult the guide Road Cycling Routes around Great Ness.
The Great Ness region offers 7 touring cycling routes. The Jack Mytton Way, a nearly 100-mile (160 km) bridleway, and the Humphrey Kynaston Way provide extensive routes suitable for touring. Family-friendly cycle routes are also available. The guide Cycling around Great Ness provides further details.
Great Ness has 1 mountain biking trail. The region's diverse terrain, including parts of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, offers varied riding experiences. More information can be found in the guide MTB Trails around Great Ness.
Yes, Great Ness offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. The region includes gentle paths and less strenuous trails, particularly along river paths. The guide Easy hikes around Great Ness highlights suitable routes.
Great Ness is located within the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, featuring prominent natural landmarks. These include the Long Mynd, a heather-clad plateau, the rugged Stiperstones with unique quartzite formations, and Wenlock Edge, a prominent limestone escarpment. The River Severn also flows through the area.
Komoot offers several guides for Great Ness covering various activities. These include Running Trails around Great Ness, Hiking around Great Ness, and Road Cycling Routes around Great Ness, among others.
The official website for local community information in Great Ness is the Great Ness and Little Ness Parish Council website. It can be found at greatnesslittleness-pc.gov.uk. For broader tourism information, Visit Shropshire also covers the area.
The Great Ness and Little Ness Parish Council can be contacted via their Parish Clerk. The phone number for general inquiries is +447949314262. This contact information is available on their official website.

