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Sunday, 19 January 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Start time 10:30
Moderate 10 miles / 16.1 km (Estimated finish time: 15:00)
A classic walk over and around the Malvern Hills ridge, with some far-reaching views if the weather allows. There will be a fair amount of ascent but nothing too strenuous for anyone with reasonable fitness
Sunday, 26 January 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Leisurely 5 miles / 8.1 km (Estimated finish time: 13:30)
A joint walk with Solihull Ramblers along the flat landscape surrounding Kenilworth. There will be a coffee stop halfway round. There is also a Pub and Café near to the start point if anyone wants a drink or a meal after the walk.
Sunday, 2 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Meeting time 9:30, Start time 10:30
Moderate 11 miles / 17.7 km (Estimated finish time: 16:30)
From the start of fhe Tissington Trail in Ashbourne, we'll head over the River Dove and onto the open hillsides above the town, following the Limestone Way south, before crossing the river once more and heading back to the start through the 350m long Ashborune tunnel.
Saturday, 8 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Moderate 7.5 miles / 12.1 km (Estimated finish time: 16:00)
This walk takes us through the woodland of Crich Chase, ascending several fields with stiles and gates before heading by the rock outcrops of the Tors. It continues on past the National Tramway Museum to the Sherwood Foresters Monument. Those wishing to climb the tower may do so with a small donation and there is a teashop for those just wanting a cuppa. We’ll wind our way around two quarries and descend through more fields and woodland before heading back along a pleasant section of canal towpath.
Sunday, 9 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Leisurely 8 miles / 12.9 km (Estimated finish time: 14:00)
This is a figure of eight walk starting from Leamington Spa train station. It follows the canals and rivers through Leamington into Warwick, passing many notable landmarks in both towns, before returning to Leamington.
Saturday, 15 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Easy 5 miles / 8.1 km (Estimated finish time: 13:00)
A varied waterside walk with a substantial stretch by the Grand Union Canal, as well as the River Leam and some ponds. There is one short climb out of Offchurch, followed by easy walking on the cycleway and canal towpaths. The return is on good paths through a nature reserve and parkland. As this is a short walk scheduled to finish around 1pm we will not stop for lunch. The pub does (very good) food if required.
Sunday, 16 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Moderate 10.3 miles / 16.6 km (Estimated finish time: 16:15)
A walk from Blackstone Pinic Place taking in a couple of undulating hills, before descending into Stourport on Severn for a planned stop with opportunity to visit a pub or coffee shop before we head back along the River Severn.
Saturday, 22 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Leisurely 7 miles / 11.3 km (Estimated finish time: 14:30)
This leisurely and scenic walk starts at Pool Road Car Park in Studley.
We head across farmland along the Arden Way towards the Heart of England Forest and past Rommell's Hill and Coughton Court. We then continue across farmland towards Sambourne where we will stop for lunch and pub stop at the Green Dragon at about 5 miles in. We then head back towards Studley.
Sunday, 23 February 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Moderate 9.6 miles / 15.4 km (Estimated finish time: 16:00)
A delightful, circular route taking in part of the attractive Clent Hills but also some surrounding countryside and small settlements in neighbouring Worcestershire. Some steep climbs but generally good paths under foot.
Sunday, 8 March 2020 (Group: West Midlands Walking)
Leisurely 10 miles / 16.1 km (Estimated finish time: 15:00)
A picturesque Cotswold walk taking in the villages of Lower Slaughter and Bourton-on-the-Water. Optional pub stop or tea shop at the end of the walk.