A Winter's walk near Enville

It was a crisp sunny day - the best type of all. We set off on this walk which goes through no settlements at all, just quiet countryside with the odd farmhouse. 
We started down this icy bridle path near Highbarns Cottage, on the back road from Enville to Birdsgreen/Alveley

The haze is from a muck heap which was gently steaming away!

The path got much muddier. I would have to say actually boggy. We considered returning, but I'm glad we didn't

As we reached the higher ground (still muddy) we could see over to snow-topped Brown Clee 

We were at the same height as the Sheepwalks, near Heronsgate, with expansive views

 It's on the map as No Man's Green

We then descended down a steep lane

...and back onto another bridle way - more metalled and less muddy

The weather was great although the temperature didn't rise above 2 degrees

This being Shropshire, there were very few signs to indicate our way (in contrast to South Staffs where signposting is generally very good)

 Thise puddles were still ice-covered.

 This old barn was really nice: ...

...it had a good view through the high arch (for loaded carts to get in and out)

A pleasant duck pond

This hedge is old, judging by the thickness of what's left behind

Near the end of the walk, the land is equestrianised. It's part of Bowen Equestrian 

A short walk along the road, and back to the car.

Would I recommend the walk? It's 4.25 miles, with 330 feet of ascent. The views are good. Navigation is fairly easy, despite no footpath signs. But the first part was so muddy, I would not do this again until summer, which is a shame.

Walk details: Park here (above picture) The third part of the sign points to Lindridge. Follow the bridle path to Heron's Gate, turn right down the road, and take the second bridle path on the left. By Square Coppice, follow the bridle path that turns right (the one that goes straight on isn't really visible). This goes all the way back to the road on which you have parked. The walk is roughly an oblong. 4.25 miles of fairly easy walking. But very boggy when wet.