Rodway Moor

Downs, Moorland in Shropshire

England

Rodway Moor

Hedgerows and fields Hedgerows and fields off Catsbritch Lane
Hedgerows and fields Credit: P Gaskell

Rodway Moor is a vast expanse of downs and moorland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Spanning over a hundred acres, it is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and diverse flora and fauna.

Situated in the heart of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Rodway Moor offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the unspoiled beauty of the countryside. The moorland is characterized by its undulating terrain, covered in heather, grasses, and wildflowers, creating a colorful tapestry that changes with the seasons. Visitors can explore the area through a network of footpaths and trails, allowing them to discover hidden valleys, ancient woodlands, and stunning panoramic views.

Rodway Moor is home to a rich variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. It is a known habitat for several rare bird species, including merlins, hen harriers, and red grouse. The moorland also supports a diverse range of insects, reptiles, and mammals, such as adders, grasshoppers, and rabbits.

For those interested in history, Rodway Moor boasts several archaeological sites, including Bronze Age burial mounds and ancient settlements. These remnants of the past offer a glimpse into the area's rich cultural heritage.

Rodway Moor provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, offering visitors the opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the Shropshire countryside. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, bird-watching, or simply appreciating the stunning vistas, this moorland is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Rodway Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.756413/-2.5060088 or Grid Reference SJ6517. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hedgerows and fields Hedgerows and fields off Catsbritch Lane
Hedgerows and fields
Hedgerows and fields off Catsbritch Lane
The Wall Hillfort The Wall Hillfort. Iron Age multivallate hillfort.
The Wall Hillfort
The Wall Hillfort. Iron Age multivallate hillfort.
Whym Cottage
Whym Cottage
Rustic Gate And Fence, Kynnersley
Rustic Gate And Fence, Kynnersley
Field Entrance and Road to Wall Cottages
Field Entrance and Road to Wall Cottages
Shray Hill trig point
Shray Hill trig point
Lane from Waters Upton to the B5062
Lane from Waters Upton to the B5062
Crops on Cherrington Moor Unidentified root crop in a rich field on the moor, with Shray Hill woods beyond.
Crops on Cherrington Moor
Unidentified root crop in a rich field on the moor, with Shray Hill woods beyond.
The B5062 at The Dell The Newport to Crudgington road at The Dell crossroads.
The B5062 at The Dell
The Newport to Crudgington road at The Dell crossroads.
OS benchmark - The Dell An OS cutmark on a gatepost just north of the crossroads. The OS website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/benchmarks/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/benchmarks/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> describes this one as being 18.8m west of the junction, and on a south-easterly face of the gatepost, at a height of 62.393m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn, so it would seem that the gatepost has been relocated some time since the early 1960s. This theory is supported by the appearance of the wall, recently rebuilt (or at least, repointed.)
OS benchmark - The Dell
An OS cutmark on a gatepost just north of the crossroads. The OS website LinkExternal link describes this one as being 18.8m west of the junction, and on a south-easterly face of the gatepost, at a height of 62.393m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn, so it would seem that the gatepost has been relocated some time since the early 1960s. This theory is supported by the appearance of the wall, recently rebuilt (or at least, repointed.)
Stone cottage at The Dell One of a number of attractive cottages and houses along the roadside south of The Dell.
Stone cottage at The Dell
One of a number of attractive cottages and houses along the roadside south of The Dell.
Small pool in a copse near Rodway Manor Just off the lane that leads to Rodway, and thence on to Kynnersley, this pool is gradually infilling with woodland litter and tree growth.
Small pool in a copse near Rodway Manor
Just off the lane that leads to Rodway, and thence on to Kynnersley, this pool is gradually infilling with woodland litter and tree growth.
Crop field NE of Rodway Manor Winter wheat or similar in a field; Shray Hill and Day House Farm lie in the distance.
Crop field NE of Rodway Manor
Winter wheat or similar in a field; Shray Hill and Day House Farm lie in the distance.
Across fields to Rodway Manor
Across fields to Rodway Manor
Rodway Manor from the south The imposing Rodway Manor farm, currently suppliers of milk to make Belton Cheese
Rodway Manor from the south
The imposing Rodway Manor farm, currently suppliers of milk to make Belton Cheese
Upstream on the River Strine The same photo as <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/999405" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/999405">Link</a> but it seems the brook has been dredged in the last few years, removing some of the sediment. The Strine drains an area of peaty marshland between Newport and Tibberton, which very likely was once a shallow post-glacial lake, and then flows west to join the Tern at Crudgington.
Upstream on the River Strine
The same photo as Link but it seems the brook has been dredged in the last few years, removing some of the sediment. The Strine drains an area of peaty marshland between Newport and Tibberton, which very likely was once a shallow post-glacial lake, and then flows west to join the Tern at Crudgington.
Towards Day House Farm Clearly once a trackway between Rodway Manor and the farm to the north, now a little-used footpath.
Towards Day House Farm
Clearly once a trackway between Rodway Manor and the farm to the north, now a little-used footpath.
Farm track south of Day House This northern end of the track between Rodway Manor and Day House Farm sees  more traffic than the southern end, visible in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4292045">SJ6618 : Towards Day House Farm</a>
Farm track south of Day House
This northern end of the track between Rodway Manor and Day House Farm sees more traffic than the southern end, visible in SJ6618 : Towards Day House Farm
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Rodway Moor is located at Grid Ref: SJ6517 (Lat: 52.756413, Lng: -2.5060088)

Unitary Authority: Telford and Wrekin

Police Authority: West Mercia

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