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Sutton Coldfield Group

We are the Sutton Coldfield Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

An easy walk of around 5.3 miles, starting from the Bull's Head pub, Barston, walking west up the Blythe

river valley on lanes and paths to pass under the M42 motorway and join the Grand Union Canal towpath

at Copt Heath Wharf, going south east for about 1.5 miles, then east on field paths back to Barston. 4 stiles. Refreshments available at the pub at the end of the walk.

Thursday, 7 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
8.5km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Guests please contact the walk leader if you would like to join this walk.

We are sorry, but only assistance dogs are permitted in our walks.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 20734 78101
Nearest postcode:
B92 0JU
what3words:
taxed.wells.shine
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Wyndley Swimming Pool car park 09:15 for car sharing. Directions to Bull's Head pub, Barston: see details on Barston longer walk.

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