Local Walk: Rosliston Reserve and The National Forest

Local Walk: Rosliston Reserve and The National Forest

Thought the route spans East Staffs and South Derbyshire, this is a quick A38 drive towards Burton upon Trent for a wonderful off road rural walking experience through parts of the National Forest restored 20 years ago that have now matured. Let's make the most of midsummer!

Logistics:
Meet: 10:30 check-in, to start within 10 minutes, or earlier if all visible are ready.
Distance: Around 10 miles
Start Point: National Forest Visitors Centre Car Park
Address: Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX
Journey: Leave the A38 at The Barton Under Needwood exit between Lichfield and Burton.
Parking: P&D, offroad and plentiful, with pre-walk facilities
Terrain: Woodland and Pastureland mainly, gently rolling landscapes.
Route: Figure-8 shaped route taking in Caldwell, Coton in the Elms initially, and Penguin Wood and Botany Bay in the afternoon to provide a Southern Hemisphere aura. Do beware of Penguins and Convicts!

RoadMap: [Streetmap.co.uk - Map of de12 8jx](https://www.streetmap.co.uk/map?x=424298&y=317517&z=0&sv=de12+8jx&st=2&pc=DE12+8JX&mapp=map&searchp=ids)

Refreshments: Picnic stop and midway pub stop.
Bring: Waterproofs & Refreshments & Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Emergency Contact: 078.13.73.76.23 though not available while driving or once walking. Today's walk/route leader is Paul W

Safety:
As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risk. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks, participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety. You must be comfortable walking the specified distance in order to attend please.

RSVP Commitment:
Places are not unlimited, so withdrawing in the last 24 hours is not allowed. Attendances shouldn't be compromised by ghosting (no-shows, late withdrawals, and uncommitted waitlisting) so reliable attendees will take priority at future events.