05 oxfordshire steeple aston

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.5km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 5¼ miles/8.5km ■ Time: 2½ hours ■ Grade: Easy

STIPERSTONES RIDGE CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 164m Length 4.8km (1hr 25min) Description A rugged walk across a dramatic ridge with panoramic views over the Shropshire Hills, featuring uniq

Roger Butler peers over steep slopes on a roller coaster along Offa’s Dyke

■ Distance: 6½ miles/10.5km ■ Time: 2½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 6½ miles/10.6km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate