A two day cycle tour to the charming border village of
Clun - with traditional inns, a teashop and a castle. This is possibly the
most perfect cycle route we have ever found. Follows the unspoilt river
valleys of the Teme, Clun and Redlake, along easy gradients leading up into
the beautiful Clun Hills.
This is our favourite cycle ride - we know you will
enjoy it! Easy cycling, suitable for all abilities and families. Total 36
miles/ 58km. Opportunities for longer rides each day.
Arrive at your accommodation for your first nights stay.
Close by are the National Trust properties of Croft Castle, Berrington
Hall and the medieval town of Ludlow. Ludlow is a fortified town with a
magnificent Norman castle. There are lots of very good inns and
restaurants, including two with Michelin stars.
Day 1. Petchfield Farm to Clun. 20 miles/ 32km. Cycle
along idyllic valley lanes past a string of picturesque villages, gradually
leading you up through a cleft in the hills. Plenty of inns & teashops
on your route, including one in the historic village of Brampton Bryan with
its grand yew hedge & castle. Clun is a charming border village, with
a castle, museum, teashops and two pubs that provide excellent food.
Day 2. Clun to Petchfield Farm. 18 miles/ 29km.
Downstream along the River Clun via the ruins of Hopton Castle and a 1930Õs
traditional tearoom. Lunch in a ÒromanÓ village with its riverside inn, or
the unique parlour pub - unchanged for a 100 years. Finishing any time in
the afternoon, back at Petchfield Farm.
© Wheely wonderful cycling
