The Founders Walk, Dorsington

Redditch Group

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Overview

We will walk along part of Shakespeare's Avon, then taking in newly planted trees & mature woodland. We will discover the Founders Rock & explore the Heart of England Forest Arboretum. There are no facilities during the walk. Please bring a snack for elevenses. There is a pub at the end of the walk two minutes by car if you want a drink afterwards.

Walk leader - Annie 07757631251

Sunday, 12 October 2025

Meeting time:: 9:15 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SP 04257 64490
Nearest postcode:: B97 5JP
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Meeting time:: 9:15 am

For car sharing please meet at Crabbs Cross Car park, B97 5JP for a 09.15 departure. Suggested fuel contribution - £3

Starting point

Grid reference:: SP 11599 51301
Nearest postcode:: B50 4NP
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Start Point Dorothy's Wood Car Park (donation box) Welford Road, Barton B50 4NP.

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