If you fancy rounding off your winter on a proper little adventure, this one’s a beauty. Mitchell’s Fold Magic takes you into the wild edges of the Corndon and Stapeley hills — a rugged, quietly spectacular corner where England meets Wales and the tracks always seem to go just a little further than you expect.

This route blends steady, scenic lanes with rough, characterful off-road sections that give you a brilliant sense of being out in the hills without tipping into anything too technical. Expect wide-open views, a touch of ancient-site magic, and that classic “big countryside, small group” feeling that Recce Rideouts do so well.

We’ll spin out a two-hour loop from Mitchell’s Fold, climbing gently onto the high ground before weaving across the border on a mix of stony tracks and peaceful lanes. It’s the perfect winter ride— friendly, doable, and a lovely reminder that a little mud and breeze can still deliver something special.

Perfect For

Riders who enjoy big views without big technical demands
Anyone wanting a welcoming, confidence-boosting winter spin

Ride Highlights

Crossing into Wales and back again on quiet lanes and old hill tracks
The atmospheric stone circle at Mitchell’s Fold
Sweeping vistas from the flanks of Corndon Hill
A mellow mix of surfaces — enough texture to keep things interesting, never overwhelming
A proper feeling of being “out there” without straying far from civilisation

Ride Info:

Terrain: Rough tracks & country lanes
Off-road: 50% / On-road: 50%
Riding time: Approx. 2 hours
Highest point: 400m
Start/Finish: Mitchell’s Fold
Online Booking: see website, cost £20

Why Ride This

This winter rideout brings together everything the Recce series is about: supportive pacing, great company, knockout scenery and that little spark of adventure that makes winter riding worth the layers. It’s a confidence-building loop in big country — the perfect way to reset, recharge and roll into spring feeling quietly chuffed with yourself.

Looking for something different or can’t make this date? Explore the rest of the Recce Rideout winter series for more short, sociable Shropshire adventures.