Winter Pick & Mix in the Rea Valley, South Birmingham

Winter Pick & Mix in the Rea Valley, South Birmingham

Sunday, 6th December
We will enjoy a winter walk along the Rea Valley in South Birmingham before heading to the Attic Brewery for a drink, then on to Akram's on the Pershore Road for a Balti. Join us for any one or all three events.
Please book with Julianne N, please see wmwg.org.uk for contact details) , to reserve a place at the Balti. (It is cash only.)
Additional Notes:
We shall wait for the 12.45 train from New Street to arrive at Longbridge at 13.06 then walk to Bournville Station where there are plenty Cross City Line trains and buses back. Car drivers can find street parking near either station.
We will go for a drink in the Attic Brewery taproom opposite Bournville Station. https://www.atticbrewco.com/attic-taproom
Then finish with a traditional Balti at nearby Akram's at 6pm. https://www.akrams.biz/
Dogs are welcome on the walk but not at the Balti House.
Linear Walk
Start time 1:15pm
Estimated finish time 5pm
Start place: Longbridge Railway Station
Time: 1:15pm
Grid Ref: SP013775
Postcode: B31 2TW
What3Words: [///drops.legs.skips](https://what3words.com/drops.legs.skips "See W3W map of location")

Start time is when the walk commences. Please arrive earlier to ensure you are ready for the start
Finish: Bournville Railway Station
Estimated Time: 5pm
Grid Ref: SP050809
Postcode: B30 2LT
What3Words: ///punch.plays.trader

Distance: 5mi / 8km
National Grade: Easy
Walk Leader: Andy P.

🅿️ 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 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.
🚗 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 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