CASTLE BROMWICH RAMBLERS – WALK DETAILS
Walk date
Walk title/location
Grid reference/postcode
Grade (see bottom of page)
Distance (miles)
Meeting place and time
(for car sharing)
Start time (at start of walk)
Wednesday 14th June 2017
City – Canals and Science
Postcode:- B3 3DQ; Grid Reference:- SP066868
Easy/Leisurely
3.5 miles
By Queen Victoria statue in Victoria Square, outside the
Council House
7.00 p.m.
Walk leader name
Walk leader mobile number
David Threlkeld
07792 744542
Additional information
All are welcome, non-members are asked to pay £1.
Directions (from Castle Bromwich to start of walk)
Make your own way to the City Centre –
Train from Marston Green at 6.32 or Lea Hall at 6.23 to New Street
94 Bus from Castle Bromwich Junior School at 6.05 (Claribels)
or 6.13 (NX West Midlands)
Senior Travel passes usable on both bus and train
Walk description
Come and explore 250 years of Birmingham, taking the quiet route. The walk will follow
canals in an arc around the north side of the City, including a diversion into the Jewellery
Quarter. Look out for where precious metals are verified, plastic was invented and where
a king was held together, 2 universities and the oldest building of its kind in the world.
After the walk there will be an opportunity to descend into the vaults for a drink.
If you are travelling directly to the start of a walk and not meeting at Castle Bromwich, please let
the walk leader know.
WALK GRADING ADVICE
Easy – Gentle walks over mostly level. Suitable for anyone who does not have a mobility problem or is seriously
unfit. Sturdy shoes, trainers or walking boots recommended.
Leisurely – Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. Walking boots and
warm waterproof clothing recommended.
Moderate – Walks for people with country walking experience. May include some steep paths and be at a brisk
pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.