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

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

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

00:56

3.47km

40m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

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Parking

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246 m

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 ridge and the most popular of these is Carding Mill Valley, which is managed by the National Trust. The ancient road known as the Portway is now a wide stony track that runs along the ridge’s crest and affords spectacular views over the landscape.

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1.07 km

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 marked accordingly. The views from this spot are absolutely terrific, especially west into Wales. On a clear day, you can see for miles.

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1.07 km

Pole Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.47 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.72 km

1.46 km

256 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.72 km

1.57 km

170 m

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Thursday 27 August

20°C

12°C

81 %

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

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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint

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