Visitors walking in the parkland in autumn, near Hadrians Arch at Shugborough Estate, Staffordshire — The parkland near Hadrians Arch at Shugborough Estate | © National Trust Images/David Goacher

Countryside and woodland in Shropshire and Staffordshire

With secret woodlands, nature walks, accessible wilderness and historic rock houses, there is so much to explore in the countryside in Shropshire and Staffordshire. Find out where best to roam.

Visitors at Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills, Shropshire

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Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd

Explore the great outdoors at Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd. Enjoy a bracing walk, a challenging bike ride, a wild swim, have fun with the family or just take in the views.

Visitors walking through the trees in the grounds at Shugborough Estate, Staffordshire.

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The parkland at Shugborough

Discover the wildlife, buildings and monuments that you can find on 900 acres of parkland at Shugborough Estate.

Exterior of Martindale Cottage at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses. The bottom of a red sandstone rock face is shown with a central door and two windows with green shutters.

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Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

High sandstone ridge and hill fort overlooking dramatic red sandstone rock houses

Swan on the river at Attingham Park, Shropshire

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The parkland at Attingham

Discover nature and wildlife thriving on Attingham’s historic estate. From ancient trees and wildflowers to cattle and deer, there’s plenty to look out for.

A tree-framed view of the Wrekin beyond the Cheshire Vale from Wenlock Edge, Shropshire

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Wenlock Edge

Explore the Shropshire countryside at Wenlock Edge on a circular walk or try out the play area and complete some of the '50 things to do before you're 11¾' activities.

A family walking in woodland at Arlington Court, Devon

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Explore the estate at Dudmaston

Whether it’s family walks in the woodland or getting outdoors on a bike ride through Comer Wood, discover the best ways to explore the estate at Dudmaston.