Plan your visit
Getting here
52.59297, -2.57850
Best for
4 activitiesHeritage
Free86%Historic site with public access
Wildlife
Free75%Ancient woodland
Dog walks
Free72%Dogs allowed with public access
Hiking
Free58%Named hiking route nearby: Jenny Wind Walk, Wenlock Edge
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km🚶Walking
v11 signed routes nearby · 8 public paths nearby
Signed route nearbyPublic paths
Walking
Shropshire Way - stage 08Walking route20.1 km▾
Woodland and Countryside Walk, Benthall HallWalking route4.8 km▾
This hike through native woodland takes in quarries and fossils, then opens up to reveal expansive views of north Shropshire. This can be muddy in wet weather and winter months, so sensible walking footwear is advised.
Ironbridge Walk, Benthall HallWalking route5.4 km▾
This can be muddy in wet weather and winter months, so sensible walking footwear is advised. This route includes stiles, lots of steps and some steep climbs. The parkland in front of Benthall Hall contains cattle at certain times of year.
Severn Way (2) Shrewsbury to WorcesterWalking route93 km▾
Major's Leap Walk, Wenlock EdgeWalking route5.6 km▾
Enjoy this circular walk along an old packhorse route and through woodland footpaths, taking in far-reaching views and flourishing wildflowers. It's named after the legend of a Royalist major who is said to have galloped off Wenlock Edge on horseback to e
🐴Horse riding
v7 public paths nearby
Public paths
Horse riding
Blakeway Hollowbridleway · 54 m▾
Blakeway Hollowbridleway · 144 m▾
Blakeway Hollowbridleway · 45 m▾
Blakeway Hollowbridleway · 733 m▾
Blakeway Hollowbridleway · 110 m▾
About this historic site
Lime Kiln is an ancient historic site. As an ancient woodland, it has been continuously wooded since at least 1600 AD — a rare and irreplaceable habitat rich in biodiversity and historical character.
Wildlife to spot
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🌱 Visiting this spring
- 🌸Ancient woodlands are famous for bluebell carpets in April and May — one of Britain's most spectacular wildflower displays
- 🐦Prime nesting season — listen for woodpecker drumming, warbler song and the first cuckoos from April
- 🦌Roe deer are active before the leaf canopy closes in — dawn and dusk are best
Facilities
Parking
Much Wenlock National Trust Car Park · Free · 366m
Good to know
- 🐕Dogs welcome
- 🌿Ancient woodland — rare wildlife habitat
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