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Walsall Group

Walsall Group of Ramblers has been around since 1992 and in that time we've introduced many people to the joys and benefits of walking with the Ramblers

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

A walk in and round Dovedale visiting churches at Blore, Ilam and Thorpe.

Sunday, 4 June 2023
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

We leave the meeting point in Walsall promptly at the advertised meeting time.  The start time is the time the actual walk is due to start.
We regret we cannot allow dogs other than registered assistance dogs on Walsall Group walks.
Booking is not necessary for this walk.
Please notify the leader if you intend to travel direct to the walk start, and allow extra time if travelling via M6 junction 10.
Walkers will need a packed lunch.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 05085 03665
Nearest postcode:
WS9 9NP
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promotes.contour.stowing
Meeting time:
8:30 am

Oak Park Active Living Centre, Lichfield Road, Walsall Wood, Walsall (old entrance by KFC).

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 16583 47975
Nearest postcode:
DE6 2AB
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juggles.flickers.ambient
Start time:
9:45 am

Okeover Arms, Mapleton Road, Mapleton, Ashbourne. Head towards Lichfield then take A515 to Ashbourne, then take A52 towards Leek. After approx. 1 mile turn R to Okeover and Mapleton. At T- junction turn R, go over river, turn R again at T-junction and park in Okeover Arms pub car park. Note the Royal Mail and some road signs say it's Mappleton not Mapleton.

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