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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

02:06

19.1km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.28 km for 125 m

After 8.50 km for 139 m

After 9.78 km for 167 m

After 16.5 km for 195 m

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3.23 km

Start of the Mountain Bike Trail

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8.56 km

Mortimer Forest

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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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9.48 km

High Vinnalls Summit

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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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9.48 km

View From the Top

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19.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.24 km

1.76 km

Surfaces

16.8 km

1.76 km

320 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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Mortimer Forest – High Vinnalls Summit loop from Downtn Castle

Start of the Mountain Bike Trail

Mortimer Forest

High Vinnalls Summit

View From the Top

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