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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

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
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Overview

A circular walk from Bakewell along the Wye and Derwent Valleys passing Chatsworth House and the village of Rowsley. Joint walk with Sandwell Ramblers and Wolverhampton Ramblers.

Sunday, 17 August 2025
Meeting time:
8:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

We leave the meeting point in Walsall promptly at 08:45am.  The start time is the time the actual walk is due to start.
We regret we cannot allow dogs other than assistance dogs on weekend Walsall Group walks.
Personal medication, e.g. asthma inhalers and angina sprays, must be carried by the walkers themselves.
All walkers should carry an ICE card or a contact number in case of emergency.
Booking is not necessary for this walk.
Walkers will need a packed lunch.
Please notify the leader if you intend to travel direct to the walk start.
Parking £6, pay by phone.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 05086 03649
Nearest postcode:
WS9 9NP
what3words:
ratty.craft.between
Meeting time:
8:15 am

Oak Park Active Living Centre, Lichfield Road, Walsall Wood, Walsall WS9 9NP (old entrance by KFC).

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 22198 68416
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1AH
what3words:
outhouse.heats.flamingo
Start time:
10:00 am

Bakewell Showground, Bakewell, Derbyshire. A461/A5/A38 to Derby then A6 to Bakewell. At island turn R onto A619, cross river, then R onto B6048, R again onto Coombs Road, and R again onto Smith's Lane.

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