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We are the City of Birmingham 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

WALK DESCRIPTION: This is a circular walk of approximately 4 miles, around the late autumn landscape of Highbury arboretum and woodlands The route passes through the grounds of Highbury Hall, the forest school orchard and incorporates a loop through Holder’s Lane woods. While most of the walk is on good paths, they are uneven and can be muddy in patches, as there are a number springs in the park. For those who wish, after the walk the group can drop in on The Loco lounge for refreshments.

Thursday, 2 November 2023
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please book a place on this walk – use the Eventbrite link above.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 07378 82239
Nearest postcode:
B14 7SW
what3words:
scan.shock.trim
Start time:
11:00 am

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS: By public transport, Meet at the entrance from Alcester Road, Kings Heath at 11.00 am, next to the construction site for the new station at Kings Heath. Nos. 35 and 50 buses from Moor Street, approximately every 5-7 minutes take about 25 minutes. Alight at Station Road bus stop opposite the Gym. Cross the road at the lights and walk back to the entrance to the park. There are toilets in Kings Heath library, but no toilets on the walk. By Car: Park in the car park off Shutlock Lane B13 8NZ at 11.05 am.

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