Telford & Wrekin
The Category Telford & Wrekin is a subset of Shropshire.
'Broseley is a small, attractive town in Shropshire, with a population of 4,929. The River Severn flows to its north and east. The first iron bridge in the world was built in 1779 across the Severn, linking Broseley with Coalbrookdale and Madeley.'
Usually held Early May.
Ironbridge Walking Group
'Links to view details, maps and leaflets of walks in and around the borough of Telford and Wrekin.'
'The Dawley Trail is a self-guided heritage walk which aims to bring alive much of the parish's rich history and culture. On the ground is a wealth of surviving buildings, artefacts, and often humble commemorations to an era of industrial enterprise, as well as the lives of important local characters ... '
'Route linking Wellington to Newport via Telford Town Centre. Historical and natural features are linked with the modern developments which have created the interesting mosaic that this distinctive local area.The route is based on a mixture of public rights of way, lanes, trackways through open spaces and paved footpaths providing the opportunity to explore many interesting places.'
'Discover Madeley's hidden historical gems on this self-guided trail.'
Madeley Local Studies Group
'The route follows the Shropshire Union Railway for 2.5 miles. The Railway was opened in 1849 and ran from Wellington to Stafford.'
'In 1999, the late Mr John Slater, a long time resident of Ketley created a circular walk around the parishes of Ketley and Lawley & Overdale. Mr Slater had a keen interest in local history and created the route on which historical points of interest relating to the Ironmasters, Richard and William Reynolds would be identified.'
'A green corridor route through Telford from Bratton in the north-west corner via the Town Centre to the spectacular Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site. The route boasts great contrasts with futuristic new developments, pockets of woodland and meadow and mature parkland. For almost its entire length the route follows dry canal beds and disused railway lines.'
Silkin Way [GPS Cycle & Walking Routes] | Telford to Ironbridge Gorge [Sustrans]
'Circular walking route that takes you on a journey around known, and lesser known, heritage sites within the Parishes of Stirchley & Brookside, Madeley, Dawley Hamlets and the Gorge.'
Stirchley & Brookside Parish Council
'Created to celebrate the new town's 50th anniversary in 2018 ... to showcase the many beautiful green spaces, interesting places and industrial heritage that make Telford special ... The Trail was developed by a team of volunteers from Wellington Walkers are Welcome, Telford and East Shropshire Ramblers, Ironbridge Gorge Walking Festival, Marches Long Distance Walkers Association and Walking for Health Telford & Wrekin.'
'The most spectacular Shropshire walk with fantastic woodland and views to rival those of many higher mountains.'
'Why not park your car and explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site by foot or bicycle? This Leaflet describes a variety of walks and cycle rides from each of the main car parks in the Gorge.'
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