Ed Paice
27.12.2024
Great views on a winter morning run up here on Boxing Day 2024. The path up from the car park is recommended over the rutted and muddy switchbacks. Despite the tower being closed, the views were still amazing.
Paul Vidler
01.11.2024
The tower on Wenlock Edge is fascinating with stunning views from the top. The walk up is definitely worth it.
Matthew Mason
29.10.2024
Fortunate to visit the tower while on holiday. The views from up there are great.
Rich Strang
29.09.2024
Enjoyed a challenging walk up the steep route and a leisurely descent down the gentle route. The friendly volunteer ensured safety and order among visitors.
M Hatt
20.09.2024
Opt for the easier route up as the other way is almost vertical. Still, it's a nice walk with beautiful views at the top.
John Hutchinson
15.09.2024
The steep route is truly steep. Opt for the easy route for a more pleasant ascent.
tez p
05.09.2024
Pleasant walk with plenty of stairs leading to the top, but the view makes it all worth it.
148 Julie
17.08.2024
The Folly has two approach paths, one wild and the other through the woods. It was disappointing that the tower wasn't open upon arrival, but others seemed to have a private viewing. Despite this, the views from the tower are reportedly great.
Meirion Woolf
30.07.2024
Fabulous views at this brilliant place 👏
Lee Carter
28.07.2024
A lovely walk up to the folly on a beautiful day. The folly was open with a volunteer providing information and history. The overgrown surrounding paths made it challenging to find the trig point.
Andy78L
20.02.2024
Beautiful
Benjamin Webster
29.10.2023
Scenic walks up both sides of the hill, with the view being worth it at the top. The tower is open on the last Sunday of every month.
Jonathan David Pope
04.08.2023
A nice short walk, but it's best to avoid the steep route unless you are young, agile, and adventurous. It's more of a difficult scramble than a walk.
Brian selley
31.07.2023
A steady walk up through the woods to Flounders Folly. Always seen it from the A49 but never visited before.
Tobin Dean
03.02.2018
Stunning view that's definitely worth visiting on a day when it's open.
Matthew S
13.04.2023
A fantastic spot not too far from Craven Arms. Only open for climbing on the last Sunday of the month and bank holidays. Donations are welcome.
Joel Grant-Jones
07.04.2023
Lovely location! I recommend visiting for sunrise. It takes about 30 minutes to climb up from the road, which can be slippery and wet. If not in a rush to leave, a long walking route at sunrise would be ideal.
Paula Pardoe
11.02.2023
Parked at the base of the folly and took the easier route up, which was not steep at all. Walked back down via the path at the front of the tower for some variety. Although steep in parts, the walk ends on the road, where you turn right to return to the car park at the base of the folly. The views are fantastic.
Faisal Althabit
28.08.2022
Flounders Folly
kimmi
16.08.2022
Enjoyable walk. I recommend ascending the steep part and descending the easy route. It's very rewarding.
Keith Benton
21.07.2022
Stunning views of South Shropshire and beyond.
High Miler
12.06.2022
Although it wasn't open when I visited, I wasn't surprised as the opening times for 2022 are available online and on a board at the bottom. The only drawback is its limited opening times. It would be beneficial for it to be open on Saturdays when more people are out and about. Nevertheless, the walk in the area was very pleasant and peaceful.
Tiago Delazari
24.05.2022
Nice view. I recommend checking the schedule to visit the tower before your trip.
Tom „Mowgli“ Curtis
26.04.2022
Absolutely stunning views at Flounders' Folly!!
Lewis Parker-Channing
24.04.2022
Among all the random towers on hills in remote locations I've seen, this one ranks in the top 10. Avoid the steep climb to the top as it becomes cliff-like.
Gareth Evans
22.03.2022
A great short walk, even if you take the direct route (1/5 steep). There is interesting information and history at the top, and it's worth being there when it's open once a month.
the bill
02.01.2022
This is not just a folly, but a commendable asset for past, present, and future generations - much like Christmas. Mr. Flounders had great foresight and never shied away from a challenge. The climb up the steel steps inside the tower, leading to the viewing area at the top, can be a slight challenge especially on wet days. The views, both real and imagined, are fantastic on a cloudy winter day. It's advisable to check the website for opening times, as the tower is only open for one or two days each month. Cheers to Mr. Flounders 👏
Rick Asquith
19.10.2021
A nice place to visit, although we were unable to access the tower.
Paul Martin
31.07.2021
Enjoyable morning walk from Strefford, despite the muddy and overgrown paths.
clive coxon
25.04.2021
What may be considered a folly by one is a viewing platform for another. On a clear day, it's worth visiting for the panoramic views of Shropshire's AONB.
