Alvechurch, Wythall & Earlswood

Redditch Group

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Overview

An easy 11 mile walk across rolling arable farm land, woodland paths, country lanes, and lakeside with a total of 12 stiles. Coffee break will be at Becketts Farm Shop and Lunch at Manor Farm Craft Centre in Earlswood, Cafe and toilets at both stops.

Highlights of the walk: lovely views of the Wast Hills, a visit to Terry's Pool and Engine Pool in Earlswood.

Walk leader: Neil Webb - 07828 270155

Saturday, 10 January 2026

Meeting time:: 8:55 am
Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SP 04257 64490
Nearest postcode:: B97 5JP
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Meeting time:: 8:55 am

For car sharing please meet at Crabbs Cross car park for an 08.55 departure. The walk leader may not be there. Suggested fuel contribution: £2

Starting point

Grid reference:: SP 05522 75199
Nearest postcode:: B38 0EH
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Start time:: 9:30 am

The walk will start at 09.30 from Forhill Picnic Site, Alvechurch, Birmingham, B38 OEH. W3W’s: remark.force.assume

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