We are the South Birmingham Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Please contact our friendly experienced walks leader if you require any further advice or information about the walk.
Sunday 8th March – WInchcombe – 9 miles
Start point: Winchcombe long stay car park - GL54 5PZ
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(Distance from Kings Norton is 37 miles, 60 minutes driving time)
This walk does not go up to Belas Knap but goes to the east of the village.
Following the Gloucestershire Way north on the outward journey and the Cotswold Way. On the
return leg there are superb views given good weather. A long and sometimes steep ascent (only 1051ft in total for the whole walk) at the start but then undulating, mainly on good paths. There are two very very short tricky steep descents where care needs to be taken. Mud on the recce as you would expect is ever present at the moment but surprisingly much better than expected. There are only 4 stiles and a little quiet lane walking. Poles are highly advised for both the ascent and descents mentioned above. Stout footwear is essential!
Walk will start at 10am prompt.
Telephone contact number: 07701074140
Hope to see you there.
Steve
Directions: Take the A435 south through Studley and around the Alcester bypass. At the junction A46 continue south on the A46 toward Evesham, go round the bypass at Evesham and continue on the A46. After passing a sign on the left for Aston Somerville take the next left to Sedgeberrow, then turn first left onto the B4078 towards Winchcombe. Follow the B4078 into Winchcombe. At the crossroad go straight across into Back Lane, and after about 100yds turn left into the car park behind the library. Parking fee is £1 and there are toilets at 20p.
