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Solihull Group

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

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

 Led by Mike J and Bob this walk starts at the famous Moira Furnace, around the country parks and woods on land restored from coal mining. Toilets at start and cafe at the end.

Bring picnic lunch

Tuesday, 26 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to car share, we are meeting at Lady Byron Lane, Knowle (Old Warwick Road) Solihull B93 9AG (near J5 of the M42) for a departure time of 9.00 am. Lifts are subject to availability. This is a round trip of approx.60  miles and a voluntary donation of £6 is considered to be a reasonable contribution towards the costs incurred by the driver.

                                                                 

 

 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 31259 15207
Nearest postcode:
DE12 6AT
what3words:
shutting.nerves.hedge
Start time:
10:00 am

Start place: Furnace Plantation car park, Furnace Lane, Moira, Swadlincote

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