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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

From Alstonefield the walk descends to the Dove valley and follows the valley to Hartington, returning by an alternative route.

Sunday, 15 October 2023
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
250m / 820ft
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 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 05088 03650
Nearest postcode:
WS9 9NP
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Meeting time:
8:30 am

Oak Park Active Living Centre, Lichfield Road, Walsall Wood, Walsall (old entrance by KFC).

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 12969 55600
Nearest postcode:
DE6 2FR
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Start time:
9:45 am

Alstonefield Village Hall, Beresford Lane, Alstonefield, Staffordshire, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Take A515 to Ashbourne. Go through Ashbourne still on A515. After approx. 4 miles take a left at second sign for Alstonfield Milldale. Follow Lane to Alstonefield. Ignore signposts for car parks. Keep right past toilets. Turn left and park in Village Hall car park on the right.

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