Alcester and Oversley wood

Redditch Group

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Overview

An easy walk using good paths taking us through the old part of Alcester, Oversley green and the beautiful Oversley wood, a remnant of the original Forest of Arden . The walk offers fine views of Ragley hall and some very pretty thatched cottages .

Please bring elevensies or a snack . There are plenty of cafes and pubs in Alcester if you would like to purchase lunch at the end if the walk.

Sunday, 17 August 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SP 08902 57493
Nearest postcode:: B49 5BX
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Parking in the main Alcester car park. Please park in first part of the car park and not within the Waitrose area.

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