We are the Sutton Coldfield Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Michael F.
A nine-mile linear walk, with shorter options, along the River Rea Valley route from Longbridge Station to the City Centre, walking north along the Birmingham Greenway. Most of the route is tarmac - no stiles and no mud. There is an option at the half-way mark to catch the train at Bournville Station, or after 7 miles, at Cannon Hill Park, to catch the 45 or 47 bus on Pershore Road into the city.
Guests please contact the walk leader if you would like to join this walk.
We are sorry, but only assistance dogs are permitted on our walks.
The River Rea rises on Waseley Hill, SW of Birmingham, flowing 15 miles NE through the city before joining the River Tame near Spaghetti Junction. It is the river on which Birmingham was founded by the Beoma Tribe in the 7th century. Much of the river throught the city centre is now culverted and not easily visible.
Transport to the start at Longbridge Station: train 09:18 Four Oaks, 09:21 Sutton Coldfield, 09:24 Wylde Green. USE THE FIRST COACH OF THE TRAIN. Return trains from New Street Station at 06 and 36 past the hour. PLEASE NOTE: WM Travel Pass can be used before 09:30 at weekends.
Walk ends New Street Station, Birmingham
