Highgate Common to Bobbington & Tuckhill, Staffordshire
Details
This walk starts off from Highgate Common Country Park. We will walk through countryside walking near Enville and visiting Four Ashes, Tuckhill, Six Ashes & Bobbington.
Additional Notes:Website: https://www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk/nature-reserves/highgate-common
Circular WalkStart time 10amEstimated finish time 3:30pm
Start place: Meet at the main car park for Highgate Common on Camp Hill Road
Time: 10am
Grid Ref: SO836896
Postcode: Location is 586 metres to the South East of DY7 5BS
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Start time is when the walk commences. Please arrive earlier to ensure you are ready for the start
Circular Walk
Distance: 11mi / 17.7km
National Grade: Leisurely
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ฟ๏ธ Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available
๐ 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.
๐ฅช Do I need to bring food?
A packed lunch, snacks and water are recommended.
๐ถ How hard is this walk?
This walk is leisurely 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.
๐ I can't get to the walk, are lift shares available?
There are a few methods to look for lift shares:
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Post a comment on the event
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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.
๐ถ 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.
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๐ 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./)](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.
๐๏ธ 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 ยฃ43~ 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
