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Sutton Coldfield Group

We are the Sutton Coldfield 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 quarterly 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

A pleasant 9 mile walk around Warwickshire countryside along field paths, lanes, the River Blythe and the Lake at Barston, with plenty of interest along the way. the walk is mostly flat with around a dozen stiles. 

As it is the first Sunday of the month, we will be able to enjoy tea and homemade cakes (at very reasonable prices),  supplied by the ladies of Temple Balsall in the Old Hall at the end of our walk.

Sunday, 5 May 2024
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please contact the walk leader if you would like to join this walk.

We are sorry, but only registered assistance dogs are permitted on our walks.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 20660 75965
Nearest postcode:
B93 0AN
what3words:
dockers.tell.sprinter
Start time:
9:45 am

Turn left off Balsall Street into Fen End Road. Take the first right (after private drive) and immediately right again into 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 quarterly 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