Church Preen, a region in central Shropshire, England, is situated within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This area is defined by a diverse and ancient landscape, featuring prominent hills such as Caer Caradoc and The Lawley, rolling ridges, and mixed woodlands like Netherwood Coppice. The varied terrain, shaped by a rich geological history, offers a compelling setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
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4.7
(31)
198
hikers
6.12km
01:51
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53
hikers
10.4km
03:42
600m
600m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
hikers
11.5km
03:07
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
6.73km
01:49
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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96
runners
32.3km
04:11
1,080m
1,080m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
runners
6.12km
00:50
180m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
13.0km
01:57
660m
660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
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7
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25.8km
03:34
1,010m
1,010m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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56
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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32
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
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66
riders
23.4km
01:52
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

8
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13.7km
01:06
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.0
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37
riders
54.0km
02:29
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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33
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53.4km
02:40
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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21
riders
24.4km
01:02
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
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39.7km
01:39
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7
riders
44.4km
03:10
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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26.1km
01:43
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
39.0km
02:32
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
18.6km
01:13
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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50.6km
03:41
910m
910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Church Preen offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region has more than 1 routes available, with an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from over 20,000 visitors.
The area around Church Preen provides diverse hiking opportunities, from gentle loops to demanding hill walks. Notable routes include ascents to Caer Caradoc and The Lawley. More information can be found in the Hiking around Church Preen guide.
Church Preen and the surrounding Shropshire Hills offer quiet country lanes suitable for road cycling. Routes wind through valleys and over hilltops, providing scenic rides. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Church Preen guide.
The Shropshire Hills, including areas near Church Preen, provide excellent off-road trails for mountain biking. The Long Mynd features various tracks, and other locations like Hopton Wood and Eastridge Woods offer additional options. Consult the MTB Trails around Church Preen guide for details.
The diverse terrain around Church Preen includes paths suitable for various abilities, from gentle loops to more challenging ascents. Easy paths are available for those seeking less strenuous options. The Easy hikes around Church Preen guide provides specific recommendations.
Church Preen is situated within the Shropshire Hills AONB, featuring prominent hills like Caer Caradoc (1,506 feet [459 meters]) and The Lawley (712 feet [217 meters]). Other features include Wenlock Edge, The Long Mynd, and ancient woodlands such as Netherwood Coppice.
Outdoor activities in Church Preen have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on experiences shared by over 20,000 visitors to the region.
Komoot offers several guides for Church Preen, including Hiking around Church Preen, Road Cycling Routes around Church Preen, Easy hikes around Church Preen, and MTB Trails around Church Preen. Guides for running, touring cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
The Church Preen, Hughley & Kenley Parish Council maintains an official website. Further information about the local area can be found at www.cphk-pc.co.uk.
While there is no specific visitor information number for Church Preen itself, the Church Stretton Visitor Information Centre, approximately 7 miles away, can be contacted at +447980782566 for broader area inquiries.
The terrain in Church Preen is diverse, characterized by prominent hills, rolling ridges, and mixed woodlands. It includes heather-covered hills, limestone escarpments, and varied geological formations due to the Church Stretton Fault Line.
Yes, Church Preen is an excellent base for jogging and running, with a wide network of trails. The diverse landscape offers options for various distances and intensities. The Running Trails around Church Preen guide provides specific routes.

