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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Some parts of this pleasant forest-walk are on good firm paths but there are muddy sections and a number of ascents, including a short but very steep incline just after lunch. There are also a few stiles on the route. In view of the variable conditions on this walk my grading of it is `Moderate` (ie. I believe that a reasonable level of fitness is required).

Please wear appropriate footwear for wet/winter conditions, plus hats and gloves. Take walking-poles if used, and a sit-mat for the brief coffee/picnic lunch stops.

Mobile (for use on walk-day) 07902 743296

Sunday, 7 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Free Parking but no toilets nearby nor on the walking route.

The car park entrance is on the B4194 (Dowles Road) about 2 miles after leaving Bewdley town centre. It is about a quarter mile after the post-code if using a satnav. It is on the right-hand side of the road if heading north from Bewdley. It is clearly signed `Hawkbatch` (in white letters) at the entrance.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 76117 77636
Nearest postcode:
DY12 3AF
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Start time:
10:00 am

Start/Finish Point: Hawkbatch Car Park DY12 3AF

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