Local Walk: Lime Pits, Beacon Way & Walsall Country Park

Local Walk: Lime Pits, Beacon Way & Walsall Country Park

Lovely local ramble, joining up various places of interest in the local green belts. Not strenuous and reachable via various bus routes

Logistics:
Meet: 10:00 check-in, to start within 5-10 minutes, or earlier if those visible are ready.
Distance: Just over 9 miles, adjustable to suit the weather.
Start Point: Barr Beacon Picnic/Parking Area, within the Barr Beacon Nature Reserve. Enter via south gate where Bridle Lane meets Beacon Road. WS9 0RG.
Terrain: Easygoing mix of towpath, grassland, woodland, and lakeside paths, though sturdy footwear advisable in December.

RoadMap: See arrow: [Streetmap.co.uk - Map of 406110,297075](https://streetmap.co.uk/map?x=406110&y=297075&z=115&sv=406110,297075&st=4&ar=Y,y&mapp=map&searchp=ids&dn=616&ax=406110&ay=297075&lm=0)

Earth View: B4154 - Google Maps

Refreshments: Picnic stop and a pub stop after half distance.
Bring: Waterproofs & Refreshments & Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Emergency Contact: 078.137.37.623, though not available for travel advice or routine lateness problems. Today's walk 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).