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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

Starting at Barton Marina, we follow the Silver Circuit route through Barton-under-Needwood, heading north to the Dunstall Estate where there are beautiful views across a varied landscape. We walk on paths and through grasslands to the lovely village of Tatenhill before climbing Battlestead Hill, then following the National Forest Way to Branston Waterpark. At Tatenhill Locks we follow the Trent & Mersey Canal back to the start.

There are 5 stiles.

Toilets and refreshments available at Barton Marina.

Sunday, 22 June 2025
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
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 on our walks.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 19668 18109
Nearest postcode:
DE13 8AS
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Start time:
9:40 am

Meet at Wyndley Swimming Pool car park 08:45. Directions to Barton Marina: A38 Burton/Derby. Take exit B5016/Barton-under-Needwod. At roundabout, take second exit Station Road /B5106. Turn left onto Barton Turn, turn right to stay on Barton Turn. Go past first car park to second car park near Waterfront.

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