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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Long Mynd

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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Long Mynd

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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Long Mynd Ridge loop from Long Mynd

00:44

6.99km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

771 m

Pole Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

771 m

Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The top of Long Mynd is a flat plateau and, as such, there is not a distinct summit. However, Pole Bank is the highest point on the ridge and is …

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3

1.60 km

Long Mynd Ridge

Highlight • Natural Monument

This glorious heather ridge stretches for 7 miles (11 km) and is the most beloved of all the Shropshire Hills. There are several small yet deep valleys cut into the …

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4

1.97 km

Shooting Box North-East Descent

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views on a quality gravel trail.

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5

2.10 km

Long Mynd Ridge Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Long Mynd ridge is a brilliant and exposed place to take a run, at 7 miles (11.3 km) in length you can run one end to the other and almost always have a constant breeze to keep you cool.

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6

2.53 km

Trig Point on Shropshire Hills

Highlight • Monument

7

3.56 km

Long Mynd Ridge

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Bit of road and some lovely gravel- can get quite busy during school holidays.

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B

6.99 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.67 km

1.64 km

686 m

Surfaces

6.23 km

686 m

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< 100 m

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