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Sandwell Group

We are the Sandwell 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
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Overview

Walking towards Thorpe then along river to Ilam Hall then up the hill to Blore and back down hill to Mapleton. Joint walk with Walsall Ramblers.

 

Sunday, 14 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.8km / 9.8mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Car sharing is available from Oak Park Active Living Centre, Lichfield Road, Walsall Wood, Walsall WS9 9NP (old entrance by KFC).Cost £5 per person.Leaving 8.45am

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 16545 48005
Nearest postcode:
DE6 2AB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Road side parking either side of The Okeover Arms,Yerley Hill,Mapleton,Ashbourne.Please do not park on the pub car park.

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