We are the City of Birmingham Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
WALK DESCRIPTION: This is a 5-mile linear walk making use of public transport. From Barnt Green station we stroll gently uphill along a tree-lined pathway into Lickey Hills country park, before arriving at the visitor centre where we will take a short break. We continue through woodland, passing Cofton Hackett churchyard and a notable monument before reaching Beacon Hill, which offers expansive views across South Birmingham and beyond. We follow the North Worcestershire Path across the Waseley Hills and on to the summit of Windmill Hill with its 360° panoramic views. Our second visitor centre stop follows shortly afterwards with a final opportunity for refreshments. A further pleasant half mile section brings us to the bus stop for our journey home.
JOINING INSTRUCTIONS: Train departs Birmingham New St. 10.15 am, arrives Barnt Green station 10.42 am. Please be sure to catch the correct Redditch bound train (usually from platform 12b). Standard single fare £4.60. West Midlands bus pass holders should purchase a single rail ticket from Longbridge to Barnt Green. (The walk leader will join the train at Longbridge). The return journey is via the no. 63 bus along Bristol Road South back to Birmingham (This service operates every 12 minutes).
