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West Midlands Walking Group

We are the West Midlands Walking Group. 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

Easy style free walk using tow paths, field paths and tracks. The Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal which opened in 1772 cuts through the local bedrock of Triassic red sand stone sharing a valley with the River Stour. At Debdale lock there is an artificial cave supposedly used for storage or stabling for canal horses. The return from Cookley goes through fields and woods. Even after rain this walk is unlikely to be too muddy. There is a pub and tea room at the start.


As this is a short walk we will not stop for lunch. Bring snacks / water.

Saturday, 28 February 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
7.7km / 4.8mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Parking is through an app. 
Bus 9A from Kidderminster to start. Trains to Kidderminster from Birmingham / Worcester. 
 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 83000 79101
Nearest postcode:
DY10 3RN
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Start time:
10:30 am

Lock inn car park - use app. On street parking

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