We are the West Midlands Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Susie O.
Between Wolverley and Cookley, the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal (opened in 1772) cuts through the local bedrock of Triassic red sandstone, sharing a valley with the River Stour. The outward part of this easy walk is along a tow path through rolling countryside. At Debdale Lock there's an artificial cave, supposedly used either for storage or as stabling for canal horses. The return from Cookley follows pleasant footpaths and tracks through fields and woods. There is a pub and canalside cafe at the start. (The Lock Inn and the Old Smithy Tea Room)
There are no stiles. There is one long canal tunnel. Please park considerately on the street. Please do not park in the Lock Inn car park unless you plan to drink there. Public transport is possible Bus 9A (from Kidderminster) to start. Trains to Kidderminster from Birmingham / Worcester.
Start at the Lock Inn. Please don't park in their carpark unless you plan to drink /eat there. Park on side roads.
