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Walsall Group

Walsall Group of Ramblers has been around since 1992 and in that time we've introduced many people to the joys and benefits of walking with the Ramblers

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
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Overview

This walk takes in two of the most scenic valleys in the Shropshire Hills Starting at Church Stretton, affectionately known as `Little Switzerland `, we ascend Townbrook valley (with a steep climb), walk across the heather clad moors to Pole Bank, where we get far reaching views across the Stiperstones and The Welsh Hills, then descend down Carding Mill Valley getting great views of Wenlock Edge and The Clee Hills. Joint walk with Sandwell group.

Sunday, 29 September 2024
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

We leave the meeting point in Walsall promptly at 08:30am.  The start time is the time the actual walk is due to start.
We regret we cannot allow dogs other than registered assistance dogs on weekend Walsall Group walks.
Booking is not necessary for this walk.
Please notify the leader if you intend to travel direct to the walk start.
Walkers will need a packed lunch.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 02780 00985
Nearest postcode:
WS4 1JP
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legs.strain.piper
Meeting time:
8:30 am

Car park in Daw End Lane, Rushall, opposite McDonald's.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 45394 93610
Nearest postcode:
SY6 6BL
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keepers.distilled.fighters
Start time:
10:00 am

Lion Meadow car park, Church Stretton, Shropshire. M54/A5 to Shrewsbury, follow A5 ring road to Dobbies island, take A49 Leominster/Hereford, at traffic lights turn R into Church Stretton, second L, find car park on R.

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