Stanton Lacy is a village and civil parish in South Shropshire, England, defined by its broad Corvedale valley, rolling hills, and the scenic River Corve. This diverse landscape provides a varied and engaging environment for outdoor activities. Situated near the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the region offers a mix of undulating lowland farmland and more isolated upland areas with panoramic views, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
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4
riders
39.3km
03:32
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2
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14.1km
01:07
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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47
riders
23.6km
02:14
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
63.6km
05:02
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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24
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28.0km
01:28
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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22
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33.6km
01:48
370m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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8
riders
92.2km
04:37
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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6
riders
55.9km
03:09
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5
hikers
24.2km
06:41
420m
420m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
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6.18km
01:44
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
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11.3km
02:59
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
hikers
16.1km
04:20
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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8
riders
69.1km
04:29
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
66.0km
04:19
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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47.1km
03:03
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
66.6km
04:22
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
runners
10.2km
01:04
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
5.89km
00:40
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.9km
01:10
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
runners
6.11km
00:40
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
63.9km
04:47
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
27.6km
02:03
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
51.5km
03:28
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
Stanton Lacy provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features a mix of lowland farmland, woodlands, and rolling hills. Over 10,000 visitors have explored routes in the region, which hold an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars on komoot.
Stanton Lacy offers a network of public footpaths for hiking, ranging from gentle valley walks along the River Corve to more challenging upland routes within the Shropshire Hills. The "Stanton Lacy Circuit" is a local option, and longer paths like the "Bromfield & Downton Gorge loop" are also available. Explore more options with the Hiking around Stanton Lacy guide.
Road cycling in Stanton Lacy utilizes quiet country roads and scenic routes through the rolling countryside. A popular route connects Ludlow to Stanton Lacy, extending through areas like Fishmore. The "Racecourse Rendezvous" route also offers country roads through the Shropshire Hills. Find detailed routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Stanton Lacy guide.
Stanton Lacy is recognized for its mountain biking opportunities, with numerous trails available across varied terrain. The uplands and woodlands provide exciting rides for mountain bikers. Komoot lists a guide for the Top MTB Trails around Stanton Lacy.
The region offers options suitable for families, particularly with its network of public footpaths that include gentle valley walks. The varied terrain allows for selection of routes based on difficulty. Easy hikes are available, as detailed in the Easy hikes around Stanton Lacy guide.
Stanton Lacy is characterized by the broad Corvedale valley and the scenic River Corve. It is situated near the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Notable landmarks include Holly Coppice, offering views of Ludlow, and the summits of Abdon Burf (Brown Clee Hill) and Titterstone Clee Hill, which provide expansive views.
Stanton Lacy is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors having explored routes in the area. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars from over 1,100 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Stanton Lacy, covering various sports. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Hiking, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Easy hikes, and Gravel biking.
Official information about the village and civil parish can be found on the Stanton Lacy Parish Council website. The website address is stantonlacy-pc.gov.uk. For direct inquiries, the Parish Clerk can be reached at +447817607355.
Stanton Lacy provides suitable terrain for touring cycling, with quiet country roads traversing the rolling countryside and the Corvedale valley. Routes often connect to nearby towns like Ludlow. The Cycling around Stanton Lacy guide offers relevant routes.
Cyclists in Stanton Lacy can expect varied terrain, ranging from the broad, relatively flat Corvedale valley to undulating lowland farmland and more challenging rolling hills. This diversity caters to different cycling preferences and fitness levels. The area's geology contributes to its varied landscapes.
The highest point in Shropshire, Abdon Burf, which is part of Brown Clee Hill, is located near Stanton Lacy. This summit, along with Titterstone Clee Hill, provides expansive 360-degree views on clear days. These hills are significant landmarks in the region's diverse landscape.
Yes, Stanton Lacy offers opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing the varied terrain of the region. The mix of country roads, tracks, and paths through woodlands and rolling hills is suitable for gravel bikes. A dedicated guide for Gravel biking around Stanton Lacy is available on komoot.

