National Cycle Route 45
National Cycle Route 45 runs alongside the SVR from Hampton Loade Station towards Country Park Halt. The Cycle Route leaves the SVR a short distance before the Halt, turning away into the main area of the Country Park. However a footpath continues to the Halt itself.
The Cycle Route was built by Shropshire County Council in 2003. The SVR was initially opposed to its construction as it would be on the SVR’s land and in close proximity to the line. However agreement was reached after considerable discussion with the Council, and today the route is popular with both cyclists and walkers.
There are a number of farm crossings between Hampton Loade and Country Park which also cross the Cycle Route.
Hampton Loade Station seen from the Cycle Route (right)
This Mercian Way marker overlooks the railway
