National Cycle Network National Route 81
Old Shrewsbury Canal Countryside Site, Shropshire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Old Shrewsbury Canal Countryside Site, Shropshire, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 34.2 mi (55 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,070 ft (326 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 30 min
- High point
- 587 ft (179 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: The Wingfield Caravan Park 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Historic site: William James Clement 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from start
- Shelter 28.1 mi (45.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about National Cycle Network National Route 81
How long is National Cycle Network National Route 81?
National Cycle Network National Route 81 is 34.2 mi (55 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,070 ft (326 m) in total, up to a high point of 587 ft (179 m).
How hard is National Cycle Network National Route 81?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for National Cycle Network National Route 81?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on National Cycle Network National Route 81?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 15.3 mi (24.6 km), 28.1 mi (45.2 km).
Is National Cycle Network National Route 81 shaded?
Partly shaded (38% under trees).
What can you do on National Cycle Network National Route 81?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near National Cycle Network National Route 81?
Royal Hill, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for National Cycle Network National Route 81?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near National Cycle Network National Route 81
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- Hicksons Lane Shropshire · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- The Cliffe Shropshire · Easy · 2.6 mi (4.3 km)
- Shropshire Way - stage 13 Shropshire · Moderate · 13.9 mi (22.3 km)
- Dickies Dingle Shropshire Hills National Landscape · Expert · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Son and Daughter of Cliff Shropshire Hills National Landscape · Expert · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap