Who is the MP for The Wrekin?
Matthew Shields
Updated on March 19, 2026
Who is the MP for The Wrekin?
Mark Andrew Pritchard PC (born 22 November 1966 and formerly known as Mark Mallon) is a British Conservative politician and consultant. He has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for The Wrekin in Shropshire since the 2005 general election.
What constituency is Telford?
Telford is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since May 2015 by Lucy Allan, a Conservative, who defeated David Wright, the former Labour Party MP for the seat….Telford (UK Parliament constituency)
| Telford | |
|---|---|
| Location of Shropshire within England | |
| County | Shropshire |
| Electorate | 65,938 (December 2010) |
| Current constituency |
How many constituencies are there in Shropshire?
There are five parliamentary constituencies in this area; Shrewsbury and Atcham, North Shropshire, Ludlow, The Wrekin and Telford. Each constituency has one MP. Follow the links below for full contact details of the MP representing your constituency.
Where is the Wrekin in Telford?
The Wrekin /ˈriːkɪn/ is a hill in east Shropshire, England. It is located some five miles (8 km) west of Telford, on the border between the unitary authorities of Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin.
Where do you park for Wrekin?
Access. The main access and most popular footpath for the Wrekin forms part of the Shropshire Way. Car parking is available at the Forest Glen to the north of the hill (Shropshire Wildlife Trust car park and some roadside parking). Please ensure that you park safely and do not obstruct the highway.
What constituency is bridgnorth?
The Ludlow constituency is situated entirely within the county of Shropshire in England. It covers a large, rural area dotted with market towns, the largest of which are Ludlow and Bridgnorth (which was a borough constituency until 1885), each having a population of just over 10,000.
Where do you park to walk up the Wrekin?
Follow the walk by clicking on the map pins or downloading the guides below
| Location: | The Wrekin Forest, Shropshire |
|---|---|
| Start and finish point: | Ercall Wood Local Nature Reserve car park, Ercall Lane, Wellington, TF1 2DY |
| Terrain: | The walk includes the summit of the Wrekin and parts are very steep |
What constituency is Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury and Atcham is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since 2005 by Daniel Kawczynski, a Conservative….Shrewsbury and Atcham (UK Parliament constituency)
| Shrewsbury and Atcham | |
|---|---|
| Major settlements | Shrewsbury |
| Current constituency | |
| Created | 1983 |
| Member of Parliament | Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative) |
Is the wrekin a difficult walk?
Be prepared for the trip down (no pun intended), it’s steep and precarious. I highly recommend this walk. First attempt to do Wrekin 4 times as one route, going 4 different paths up and down. Some parts on the North slope were quite challenging.
Is the wrekin a hard walk?
The Wrekin lies about five miles west of Telford, on the minor road between Cluddley and Little Wenlock. The walk is about five miles (8km), easy woodland walking, followed by a stiffish climb to the summit.
How much is parking at the Wrekin?
Its dog friendly and car parking is free. There is also a small cafe halfway up for refreshments and a toilet break if needed. Usually takes between 30 to 50 minutes to reach the top depending on your fitness level.
