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Redditch Group

We are the Redditch Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This is a leisurely walk along the River Avon to Welford Upon Avon from Dorothy's Wood Car Park. Onward to Dorsington, to view the memorial inscribed with poetry, celebrating the life of Felix Dennis, the Founder of the Heart of England Forest. We will pass through the Arboretum, which has specimen trees from around the world. Please bring refreshments. After walk. There is a pub less than 5 minutes drive from the Car Park. 

Walk leaders: Eileen McMahon - 07749 767202 and Brian Cund - 07542 340292

 

Tuesday, 9 December 2025
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SP 04257 64490
Nearest postcode:
B97 5JP
what3words:
shot.tower.newly
Meeting time:
9:15 am

For car sharing, please meet at Crabbs Cross car park for an 09.15 departure. The walk leaders will not be there. Suggested fuel contribution: £3

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 10833 51203
Nearest postcode:
B50 4NP
what3words:
filed.infringe.racetrack
Start time:
10:00 am

The walk will start at 10am from Dorothy's Wood Car Park, (donation box) Welford Road, Barton, Warwickshire, B50 4NP. W3W: mush.apart.joke

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