This great tree-clad escarpment runs for 16 miles across Shropshire, a massive limestone ridge shelving steeply on its western face to the patchwork fields of Ape dale, and on its eastern side sloping gently into the lovely Corve dale.
The National Trust owns an eight mile stretch, about 600 metres wide.
Amongst the woodlands are the remains of the ancient Long Forest. Along the length of Wenlock Edge valleys alternate with hill-tops with sudden descents and rises giving splendid views westwards towards the Welsh mountains.
According to legend, Ippikin was a notorious robber who lived in a cave in the cliff.
A landslide buried the cave and its hoard of stolen goods, and the ghost of Ippikin still stands guard ready to push over the cliff anybody who approaches his treasure.
Shropshire is a key county for Dormice, but they are particularly vulnerable here. As one of the largest areas of continuous ancient woodland in Shropshire, Wenlock Edge is a major stronghold for Dormice.
The management of the woodland has resulted in scattered areas of hazel coppice, amongst old mixed woodland with frequent honeysuckle and bramble - an ideal habitat for Dormice.
The natural
attractions of Wenlock Edge are increased by the human handiwork it
displays with ancient earthworks and quiet country churches.
The whole area affords a traverse of great and varied beauty.
