Shropshire's Great Outdoors

Discover Forestry sites in Shropshire

Shropshire’s forests nature’s calm, adventure awaits

Discover Shropshire’s Forestry England woodlands, where peaceful trails, wildlife-rich habitats, and family-friendly adventures offer the perfect escape into nature across some of the county’s most beautiful forests.

walking your dog in mortimer forest
An illustration of some footprints

Explore the forests

Walking at haughmond hill

Haughmond Hill

Explore Haughmond Hill and follow in the footsteps of history. Follow the trails out to the front of the hill for commanding views across the River Severn and Shrewsbury to the South Shropshire and Welsh hills beyond. There is an easy access and wellbeing trail.

Cycling at eastridge

Eastridge Woods

Eastridge Woods is enjoyed by visitors on foot, on horseback or by mountain bike. Passing through the forest is the Shropshire Way, a long distance walking route covering over 200 miles of beautiful Shropshire countryside

rail ready short breaks along the shropshire way

Short Breaks of 2-3 nights. Arrive by train and spend a few days exploring a short section of the Shropshire Way. This is walking at its best with rugged hilltop forts, medieval castles, locally brewed ales and some iconic climbs including the Stiperstones. Stay in Ludlow, Shrewsbury & Ironbridge these flexible itineraries include accommodation, travel advice and downloadable GPX guides.  

Views from Bury Ditches
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