Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Minton Batch Singletrack loop from Minsterley

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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Minton Batch Singletrack loop from Minsterley

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Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint – Minton Batch Singletrack loop from Minsterley

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50.2km

1,390m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.40 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Snailbeach Coppice

Forest

5.39 km

Cairn Viewpoint, Shropshire Hills

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Red route stay left at fork, blue route stay right at fork

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5.97 km

Shropshire Way Main Route Climb

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When it's not mucky, but bone dry as it was today, it's far more enjoyable climb. Still tough though!

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15.7 km

Pole Bank Summit and Viewpoint

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The top of Long Mynd is a flat plateau and, as such, there is not a distinct summit. However, Pole Bank is the highest point on the ridge and is marked accordingly. The views from this spot are absolutely terrific, especially west into Wales. On a clear day, you can see for miles.

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16.7 km

Long Mynd Ridgeline

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Nice place I like

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18.8 km

Minton Batch Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

Minton Batch is alleged to be one of the great descents in England, and it's not hard to see why. Gorgeous, fast flowing singletrack, with an occasional smattering of rocks.

There are even natural catch berms here and there on some of the sharper corners. It's not particularly technical (unless you wade into one of the aforementioned rocky areas a bit too hot), but it's undeniably fantastic. A slice of old-school fabulousness. The descent, as ever, is popular with walkers, so do take care!

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29.4 km

Knolls Technical MTB Trail

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This run is not for the beginner, whilst most of the run would probably be graded red, there are a number of occasions where it rapidly becomes very steep and technical so overall I would say it would be considered black. Conditions will also play a big part. Heavy rain will make the very rooty sections very slippy, the ground is already soft so traction can be an issue, but the landing is softer when you crash

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30.0 km

Switchback Descent Near the Gliding Club, Shropshire Hills

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This series of 180degree switchbacks descending off the back of the Gliding Club make for a great descent. The gradient is mellow in the most part, but the grassy surface will definitely keep you on your toes in the wet!

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