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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

A linear walk of around 9 miles, starting from Five Ways Station using the Worcester & Birmingham Canal and the Rea Valley route, along with pleasant residential streets. The walk includes Cannon Hill Park, the University of Birmingham Campus and Bournville Village. 

At around 6 miles, there will be the opportunity for anyone who wishes to finish early to leave the walk at University Station.

Sunday, 30 November 2025
Start time:
9:50 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

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
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 06099 85909
Nearest postcode:
B15 1SF
what3words:
dozen.common.arch
Start time:
9:50 am

Meet in front of Five Ways Station, Islington Row, Edgbaston. The 09:22 scheduled train from Sutton Coldfield (Four Oaks 09:18, Wylde Green 09:24, Chester Road 09:26) arrives at Five Ways Station 09:48.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SP 05039 81106
Nearest postcode:
B30 2LJ
what3words:
words.dame.suffice
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Walk finishes at Bournville Railway Station.

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