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West Midlands Walking Group

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Overview

This very attractive walk takes us into the Lickey Hills and up to the 250m Cofton Hill where fine views can be expected on a clear day. From there we will be descending down to the village of Cofton Hackett and Lower Bittell Reservoir and continuing our journey along the Worcester & Birmingham Canal. The return to Barnt Green will be via Alvechurch and Coopers Hill.

There are no facilities at the Station but we can stop for them at the Lickey Hills Visitor Centre which we pass by soon after starting the walk.

I will be keeping a look out for anyone arriving by train from New Street including the 10.31am arrival at Barnt Green.

 

 

 

Sunday, 21 July 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 00544 73657
Nearest postcode:
B45 8JZ
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Start time:
10:30 am

We will be meeting at Barnt Green Railway Station car park by the Pedestrian Bridge. There is free parking to be had on Station Approach and Fiery Hill Road but if you choose to use the car park, that will cost £2.30 for the day - payment by card only.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking