Alrewas- Brookhay Wood - Fradley Junction

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Overview

An easy walk along field paths, lanes and canal towpaths. We walk through Alrewas village, cross the A38 and follow a railway line and lanes to Brookhay Wood. We then pick up the Coventry Canal to Fradley Junction and then the Trent & Mersey Canal back home.

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 12.6km / 7.8mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

There will be toilets, snacks and drinks at the Laughing Duck at Fradley Junction.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 16720 15129
Nearest postcode:: DE13 7BX
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Park in Mill End Lane, Alrewas opposite the canal.

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