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View of Haddon Hill – Carding Mill Valley loop from Church Stretton

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View of Haddon Hill – Carding Mill Valley loop from Church Stretton

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View of Haddon Hill – Carding Mill Valley loop from Church Stretton

01:38

4.81km

230m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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273 m

Carding Mill Valley Tea Room and Visitor Centre

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Much of the Carding Valley and Long Mynd area is owned and managed by the National Trust. As a result, not only are the paths well maintained but there's a …

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595 m

Ridge Path to Long Mynd

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As the name states, this is the sketchy ridge path, the one thats not so sketchy unless its blowing a gale, and chucking it down with rain.. a much quieter …

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1.59 km

View of Haddon Hill

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A relatively small hill, but a steeper climb than most around the area, this affords some fantastic views over the valley, and the surrounding areas.

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2.16 km

View of Carding Mill Valley

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2.79 km

View Down Carding Mill Valley and The Long Mynd

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Rocky path. It is by and large stable so shouldn't cause too much of an issue but some care is required.

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3.20 km

Heather-Covered Trails in Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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If you go up to see the waterfall first, it makes a nice lil loop back around to this section.

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4.25 km

Carding Mill Valley

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Carding Mill Valley is a stunning valley that runs north-west out of the charming village of Church Stretton. It is the gateway to a plethora of gentle walks, hikes, and …

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4.47 km

Carding Mill Valley National Trust Visitor Centre

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Essential location if you don’t want to have an accident 😁

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4.81 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.14 km

1.71 km

626 m

278 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.37 km

1.16 km

830 m

781 m

569 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

26°C

13°C

67 %

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View of Haddon Hill – Carding Mill Valley loop from Church Stretton

Carding Mill Valley Tea Room and Visitor Centre

Ridge Path to Long Mynd

View of Haddon Hill

View of Carding Mill Valley

View Down Carding Mill Valley and The Long Mynd

Heather-Covered Trails in Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Carding Mill Valley

Carding Mill Valley National Trust Visitor Centre

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