Walk: on the trail of the luddites

Coverdale is an inspiring place for hikers and poets alike so enjoy a moment of reflection on this country trek

ULTIMATE WEEKEND ▲ 3 ROUTES

■Distance: 6½ miles/10.4km ■Time: 3 hours ■Grade: Moderate ...

BEAUTIFUL RIDGE WALK

ULTIMATE WEEKEND ▲ 3-DAY ROUTE

The Victorians confused these Shropshire hills with the Alps. How? Why? Trail dons its lederhosen, downs a glühwein and reaches for the Stretton Skyline to find out.