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West Midlands Region

Clun Castle – Clun Castle Ruins loop from Clun

Running trails & routes

West Midlands Region

Clun Castle – Clun Castle Ruins loop from Clun

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runners

Clun Castle – Clun Castle Ruins loop from Clun

03:42

30.9km

870m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

305 m

Clun Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Clun Castle is a Grade I-listed Norman fortress dating back to the 11th century. A vital line of defence in case of an attack from the Welsh, the castle then …

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2

487 m

Clun Castle Ruins

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Norman Castle that is now an impressive ruin. Run by English Heritage and a fine place to explore.

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6.74 km

Swinbatch Wood

Forest

4

17.2 km

Bury Ditches hillfort (Sunny Hill)

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Sunny Hill is the site of Bury Ditches, an Iron Age hillfort dating back to around 500 BC. The fort is exceptionally well-preserved and has impressive defensive earthworks. Once covered …

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18.0 km

Bury Ditches Iron Age Hill Fort

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Bury Ditches is an Iron Age hill fort from about 500BC. It is one of the best kept hill forts in England. There are great views to be had of …

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25.3 km

Sowdley Wood

Forest

7

30.4 km

The Sun Inn, Clun

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The Sun at Clun
This 16th century coaching house offers a warm welcome to walkers. The front door opens into a bar with stone flag floors, exposed beams and stoves …

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8

30.5 km

The White Horse Inn, Clun

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A great pub with hearty meals, just perfect after a long day's riding (just make sure you arrive before 9pm!). The rooms are inexpensive and spacious, though the bar below can be quite lively at weekends!

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9

30.7 km

Clun Heritage Trail Marker 9

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There is a heritage trail throughout the town which provides insights into life in the Clun valley over the centuries.

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10

30.8 km

Clun Stone Bridge

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Nice bridge across the stream in Clun. There is a good cafe on one side to stop and refuel.

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B

30.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

10.9 km

6.03 km

1.59 km

675 m

308 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

9.57 km

7.76 km

1.68 km

883 m

517 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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12°C

28 %

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