Northfield to Bournville, West Midlands
Details
A linear walk along the Rea Valley in south Birmingham we will end at the Attic real ale Brewery by Bournville station.
Additional Notes:
Northfield Station is on the busy Cross City Line. Get the 12.03 from New Street that arrives at 12.22.
Drivers can find street parking near Northfield, or park on Mary Vale Road by Bournville Station and get the 12.16 to Northfield.
Linear Walk
Distance: 5mi / 8km
Start time 12:30pm
Estimated finish time 4pm
Start place: Entrance to Northfield Railway Station
Time: 12:30pm
Grid Ref: SP025788
Postcode: B31 3TQ
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Start time is when the walk commences. Please arrive earlier to ensure you are ready for the start
Finish: Mary Vale Road Entrance
Estimated Time: 4pm
Grid Ref: SP051810
Postcode: B30 2LT
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Please see the wmwg website for details of a meal following the walk
🅿️ Is parking available?
Yes, 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.com.](http://meetup.com./)](http://meetup.com./) 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.com.](http://meetup.com./)]