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Overview

A linear 4-mile walk covering Barr Beacon, (Barr Beacon is a geological site of exceptional importance due to its location next to one of the great geological faults that runs through the Black Country), The Quarry (Geopark Site) & Doebank Park (The site is a mixture of woodland and leisure areas. There are hard paths all around the park, as well as nature trails). The walk’s rest stop will be a picnic in Harry’s garden (hot drinks provided if required but please bring your own picnic!).

Thursday, 19 February 2026
Start time:
10:50 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please book a place on this walk using the link above.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Introductory walk

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 06909 96264
Nearest postcode:
B43 7UG
what3words:
talked.choice.belt
Start time:
10:50 am

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS: Meet at 10.15 am at bus stop PQ8, Priory Queensway nr. Old Square (adjacent to Hobgoblins Music Shop, B4 7LA), for the 10.25 am bus no. 936. The walk leader will join you at Kingstanding Circle on route. Alight at Beacon Crossroads (nearest postcode B43 7UG) approx 10.50 am. Return buses 33, 936 or 937.

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