02 somerset wavering down

■ Distance: 8 miles/12.8km ■ Time: 4½ hours ■ Grade: Challenging

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

Alex Roddie enjoys the best bit of the undulating South Downs Way

TINTERN ABBEY AND DEVIL’S PULPIT CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 328m Length 8.2km (2hr 35min) Description A loop that includes Tintern Abbey and a climb to Devil’s Pulpit for spectacular views

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

■ Distance: 10 miles/15.5km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging