Wenlock Edge

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, our countryside space is open for local visitors to access for walks. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe.

An 18 mile limestone escarpment

More about this place

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks and countryside locations are open. Cafés are offering a takeaway service and some outdoor seating is available at cafés in England only. Some shops are open in England and Wales but remain closed in Northern Ireland. All houses are currently closed. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors remains our priority. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you visit and follow government guidance.

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Wenlock Edge

Things to see and do

Wenlock edge view of Wrekin

Major's Leap walk - circular 

Enjoy a 3.5 mile walk along an old packhorse route and through woodland footpaths. Take in far-reaching views.

Blakeway Hollow

Jenny Wind walk - circular 

Pleasant walk, taking in woodland and disused limestone quarries.

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Wenlock Edge

Our work

Ranger checking for Ash die back on Wenlock Edge in Shropshire

Ash dieback on Wenlock Edge  

Ash dieback presents a real challenge for the health of our woodland but we're doing all we can to tackle the disease.

Hebridean Sheep conservation grazing

Conservation 

Uncover the conservation work that goes on behind the scenes on Wenlock Edge.

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Wenlock Edge

Wildlife

Dormouse nestbox on Wenlock Edge

Dormouse nestbox project 

Over the last 100 years, dormouse populations in Britain have dramatically declined, mainly due to the loss and fragmentation of their habitat. This fall in numbers has led to this loveable creature to be protected nationally and internationally. Shropshire is considered to be a key county for dormice because it approaches their most north-westerly limit in Europe: here they are particularly vulnerable.

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