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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.

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 7.25 mile circular walk crosses open countryside around the attractive village of Ashford in the Water, follows the River Wye through Monsal Dale and on to Deep Dale before returning via the village of Sheldon.

Sunday, 13 July 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
2:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.7km / 7.3mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 11540 09236
Nearest postcode:
WS13 6QR
what3words:
chew.august.future
Meeting time:
9:00 am

Meet at the Lichfield College car park, off the Friary, at 9.00 am for car sharing. There is a parking charge of £2 for the whole day.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 18109 70329
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1NJ
what3words:
prancing.corrode.ooze
Start time:
10:20 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 leaders 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