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Recreation at Mortimer Forest
 

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The mixed woodland of Mortimer Forest overlooks the town of Ludlow and straddles the Shropshire/Herefordshire border.


Belts of oak and ash trees break thread between the Douglas fir stands to give fantastic contrasts of Autumn colours.


For 360 degree views across Herefordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and into Wales follow the Vinnalls Loop trail up onto High Vinnalls.

How to get there:

Mortimer Forest is part of The Marches. Ludlow is the nearest town or village.

From Ludlow take the B4361 towards Leominster. the forest is sign posted from the outskirts of Ludlow.

OS Grid Reference: SO480730

Start your visit from:

Whitcliffe Car Park
Blackpool Car Park Autumn Colours leaf icon
High Vinnalls Car Park Autumn Colours leaf icon

Other places to go in The Marches

Mary Knoll Valley, Mortimer Forest near Ludlow

Facilities:

ParkingEasy AccessOther Facilities

Activities:

WalkingCyclingHorse RidingPicnicOrienteeringView Point
walking

there are five walking trails in Mortimer Forest.

cycling

Cycling is permitted on forest roads and bridleways.

horse riding

Riding is permitted on forest roads and bridleways. Facilities for deboxing and parking are at Blackpool Car Park and can be accessed by purchasing a key from the District Office on 01889 586593.

Contact:

Georgina Sharp
Recreation Ranger
01584 813826
e-mail: georgina.sharp@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What's of interest
The Marches booklet is hot off the press with maps and information for Forestry Commission woodlands in the area including Mortimer Forest. It is available from Ludlow Tourist Information Centre or send a cheque for £1.50 to the Forestry Commission, Mortimer Forest Office, Ludlow SY8 2HD and we will send one to you. Please remember to include your address.

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