Brinklow & Coombe Abbey, Warwickshire

This easy walk takes us past the old Coventry Stadium, through Birchley Wood and along the Centenary Way where we will stop at picnic tables by the Visitors Centre for lunch. Coffee, snacks and toilets are all available here. From there we will make our way to the picturesque Coombe Abbey which is now a hotel, and we can spend time taking photos of the house & grounds. The return is along tracks and fields to Brinklow.
Should there be interest, we could visit any of the pubs on the High Street although The Bulls Head Inn has been used previously.
Circular Walk
Start time 10:30am
Estimated finish time 3pm

Start place: Roadside parking is available along Broad Street - the main street through Brinklow and the Starting Point is outside The White Lion Inn, also on the main street.
Time: 10:30am
Grid Ref: SP435794
Postcode: CV23 0LN
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Start time is when the walk commences. Please arrive earlier to ensure you are ready for the start

Distance: 8.5mi / 13.7km

🅿️ Is parking available?
Yes, Roadside parking is available

👞 What should I wear?
Wear walking boots/shoes or sturdy trainers - bringing a waterproof coat is also recommended.
Additionally...
If it's cold: gloves, hat, scarf, warm trousers and a fleece/warm top.
If it's hot: sunscreen, hat, a pair of shades and a thin top - it may get hot.

🥪 Do I need to bring food?
A packed lunch, snacks and water are recommended.

🚶 How hard is this walk?
This walk is easy and suitable for everyone.

I have never walked with the group before and/or don't know anyone, can I still come?
Yes! This group is a great way to meet new people, socialise, get out in nature and improve your fitness. We welcome any and all people to come along.

🚗 I can't get to the walk, are lift shares available?
There are a few methods to look for lift shares:

• Post a comment on the event
• Join our Discord and post in the #lift-sharing channel, don't forget to specify the walk you are looking for a lift for.

We also encourage people that are coming along to offer lift shares to others when possible.

🐶 Can I bring my dog?
Unless stated in the description, dogs are welcome provided they are well behaved around people/other dogs and kept on a lead/under control in areas where there may be livestock.
⚠️ Some walks may have stiles, and you may need to lift them over. ⚠️

📞 How can I contact the event organiser?
Walks are led by volunteers, and not all of them use meetup the best way to contact the walk leader is via the Groups website wmwg.org.uk/walks.
It is unlikely the walk leader will read messages on the day, especially minutes before the event starts, so please try to contact them in advance with queries.

🗒️ Who runs this group?
We are known as West Midlands Walking Group (WMWG), and are a Ramblers Association group, ran by volunteers. As well as walks almost every weekend, we regularly have social events and trips away multiple times per year. You can find more information on our website: https://www.wmwg.org.uk/
You are allowed to attend 3 walks before you need to become a member of The Ramblers (around £43~ a year).
The Ramblers is a walking charity dedicated to removing barriers so everyone can enjoying walking in green spaces, as well as preserving and improving hundreds of thousands of miles of well-loved paths, tracks and trails across England, Scotland and Wales. Find out more on their website: https://www.ramblers.org.uk/
If you have any questions, please send us a message on meetup.