WWO11 Offa's Dyke and the top of the world

Walking with Offa - If you’re looking for some spectacular views, glimpses of history, wildlife and archaeology and a foaming pint of ale in a cosy country pub, then this is one of twelve walks for you.  The walks are designed to make it easy for you to support local country pubs, cafes and shops and to enjoy the Shropshire Hills.  You can even leave your car behind as all walks are possible to access by public transport.

The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is recognised as one of Britain’s finest landscapes.  The stunning scenery includes the craggy Stiperstones and Wrekin, Wenlock Edge and the Clee Hills, the wide open spaces and hidden valleys of the Long Mynd, and peaceful river valleys such as the Clun and the Onny.  There is walking to suit all abilities, across heather and rough hill tops, through meadows and secret woods, with a mewing buzzard overhead often the loudest sound.  A rich border heritage with hillforts and castles goes along with towns and villages of great character, a friendly welcome and some fantastic food and festivals.

For more details contact the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Partnership on 01588 674080 or see www.shropshirehillsaonb.co.uk

More walks and Viewranger routes can be found at www.shropshirewalking.co.uk.

To get the best from your walk we recommend comfortable walking boots (not trainers), waterproof jacket & overtrousers, warm clothing, gloves and warm hat or sun cream and sun hat (depending on the season!), a mobile phone and snacks, water and a hot drink.

Sheep and cattle are often in the fields on these routes – Dogs must be kept under close control or on leads at all times.

Getting to Bucknell:


By train:
Bucknell is on the Heart of Wales railway line. Please see National Rail website www.nationalrail.co.uk or call 08457 484950.

By bus:
Shropshire Link Zone 2 may be able to transport you to Bucknell from Bishop’s Castle, Knighton, Clun, Craven Arms or surrounding areas. Journeys can be booked up to seven days in advance or with as little as 24 hours notice.
Bookings are handled on a first served basis. Call 0300 678 9068 (charged at local rates) and ask for The Baron at Bucknell, Stop Reference 16011.

By car:
Car parking is available at The Baron at Bucknell.


To get to Knighton from Bucknell take the bus (15 min) or the train (10 min).

Check the timetables – the most convenient times are:
740 bus (738 on Thurs) leaves at 9.16 a.m., 1.26 p.m. and 4.31 p.m. Mon-Sat
Train leaves at 9.47 a.m. and 2.49 p.m. Mon-Sat, and 12.49 p.m. Sun.