Free parking for Mitchells Fold stone circle and trails
Mitchells Fold Parking is a free, council-managed gravel lay-by located just off the B4386, serving the Bronze Age stone circle at Mitchells Fold. The unmarked facility accommodates approximately 20 vehicles on a first-come basis; open sunrise to sunset; no overnight parking. There is no lighting or CCTV; daytime visits are recommended. An interpretation board at the entrance provides historical context of the stone circle, a 1 km circular trail map, and wildlife-spotting tips (e.g., skylarks, rare orchids). Benches and picnic tables are located near the lot perimeter overlooking panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills. Pedestrian paths lead directly to the circle (0.1 km) and a connecting footpath to Stiperstones National Nature Reserve (4 km). Seasonal guided heritage tours reduce capacity by 5; signage directs drivers to the Churchstoke village hall overflow lot (3 km). Maintenance crews clear invasive bracken quarterly and perform litter picks monthly.