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Ride to Ludlow (CMH)
Sun, July 5 @ 10:00 - 16:00
***** Note the different start location due to Shrewsbury 10k Run *****
I thought that because the forecast is good and we have daylight why not try something different.
So, this ride is to Ludlow and back, a total of 93km/1170m of elevation.
This might sound a lot but there’s an option to shorten the ride by taking a train back from either Ludlow or Church Stretton.
The distance to Ludlow is 47km and CS, 72km.
The route uses lanes and goes out via Berrington, Cound Stanks, Kenley, Longville in the Dale, Broad stone, North Sutton to Ludlow.
We return via Broomfield, Culmington, Harton, Ticklerton, Church Stretton, Stapleton and Annscroft.
The outward journey has no opportunities for cafe stops, so bring plenty of water and snacks.
The return has the opportunity to take on water at Church Stretton.
Lunch for the long ride will be at The Farmers Kitchen just outside Ludlow.
If you are thinking of using the train, please check the train timetable before starting.
I would expect the outward leg to about 3 hrs with drink stops.
The leg from Ludlow to Church Stretton, about 2 hrs.
I shall aim for an average min speed of 17-18 km/h .
There are a few short, sharp climbs to Ludlow, max gradient 11% .
From Ludlow, there a couple of longer climbs, max gradient around 11%
The route enjoys lovely views across Shropshire and passes along quite lanes. If you decide to stop at Ludlow, there’s plenty to explore.