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Bridges Hill Climb – Steep Descent to Bridges loop from Norbury

Bridges Hill Climb – Steep Descent to Bridges loop from Norbury

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Bridges Hill Climb – Steep Descent to Bridges loop from Norbury

01:35

27.4km

530m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 25, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.39 km

More Church

Highlight • Religious Site

8.31 km

Forest Ride in Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Highlight • Cycleway

12.6 km

Knolls Car Park – The Stiperstones National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Rest Area

Paying for parking is voluntary - you can make a 'donation' through a parking app.

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12.7 km

Cranberry Rocks, Stiperstones National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

Car park for exploring South end of the Stiperstones.
Wonderful views to South Shropshire.

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14.8 km

Bridges Hill Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This is a stunning section of straight road that culminates in a short yet epically steep climb.

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15.6 km

Steep Descent to Bridges

Highlight • Trail

Good road surface and a straight road, but it is really steep heading down into Bridges. Make sure to use plenty of brakes and take it easy.

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15.9 km

The Bridges Pub

Highlight • Settlement

Formerly the Horseshoe Inn, the Bridges is a much-loved hiker-friendly pub in the little village of Bridges. Lying between the Long Mynd and Stiperstones, the pub is an excellent stopping …

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27.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.2 km

140 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

9.88 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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Friday 17 July

23°C

10°C

47 %

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More Church

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Cranberry Rocks, Stiperstones National Nature Reserve

Bridges Hill Climb

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The Bridges Pub

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