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Tamworth & Lichfield Ramblers

We are the Tamworth and Lichfield 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

This is an easy, dog-friendly walk with no stiles. The route includes the Chasewater reservoir, disused railway path and parts of the Wyrley & Essington canal. There are steps up to and down from the canal towpath. Toilets and refreshments available at the Chasewater Visitor Centre, but please bring a packed lunch.

Sunday, 31 August 2025
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

You are welcome to bring your pet on condition that they stay on a lead, and that you clean up after your animal. Since car sharing is not feasible with a dog you would need to contact the leader to ascertain the walk start location and make your own way there.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 11542 09241
Nearest postcode:
WS13 6QR
what3words:
loves.bunk.nurses
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Meet at the Lichfield College car park, off the Friary, at 9.30 am for car sharing. There is a parking charge of £2 for the whole day.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 03467 07787
Nearest postcode:
WS8 7NB
what3words:
scores.hatch.improving
Start time:
10:00 am

The starting point shown is an approximate location only. Anyone wanting to drive direct to the starting point without meeting at the Lichfield College car park beforehand is advised to contact the walk leader for details of the exact location and parking arrangements.

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