2.5/5)About Henrys Hike
Follow the red waymarkers on a walk across the central plateau of the hill taking in views of the Wrekin to the east.
The trail has rocky sections and exposed roots but is mostly flat. Expect the trail to be muddy seasonally and after rain.
During the Battle of Shrewsbury in 1403 Henry IV's armies amassed on and around the hill having marched from Worcester.
How to get there:
Henrys Hike can be started from Haughmond Hill Car Park and Picnic Site in Haughmond Hill which is part of The Marches. Shrewsbury is the nearest town or village.
Take the Shrewsbury to Newport road, B5062, turn right after Haughmond Abbey. After 500m, turn right again into the car park.
OS Grid Reference: SJ 545 147
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info
You can also access this trail through Haughmond Hill Car Park and Picnic Site.
| Haughmond Hill Car Park and Picnic Site Facilities. |
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Trail waymarking:
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| Length of trail: 1.4 miles |
| Approximate time of trail: 45 minutes |
| Open or closed: open |
| Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest. |
Contact: |
| Georgina Sharp Recreation Ranger 01584 813826 e-mail: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk |
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