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Berkswell Railway Station, Rail Trails
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.43 mi
+115 ft
-95 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail takes you through countryside and farmland to the historic village of Berkswell where you’ll spot several 16th and 17th century houses as well as the 16th century Bear Inn and Grade 1 listed, church of St. John the Baptist. Famous for its Norman crypt, it is considered amongst the finest in the country. Outside the church is Bercul’s Well legendarily used for full immersion baptisms as far back as the 8th century.
West from Berkswell, Millenium Way
5.16 mi
+148 ft
-154 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This circular walk starts from Berswell. Almost half of this delightful walk across the countryside uses a section of the MILLENNIUM WAY, with its distinctive black and white waymarkers. This is the walk 11 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
East from Berkswell - Millenium Way
3.53 mi
+75 ft
-69 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
An enjoyable short walk which takes in some attractive countryside and farmland. No sign of HS2! Mostly flat with dog-friendly gates & stiles.This the walk 3 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
From Balsall Common, Millenium Way
5.79 mi
+85 ft
-108 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Balsall (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This circular walk meanders across mostly flat farmland & open countryside. Take time to explore Berkswell with it's historic church, in particular the fascinating underground crypt, find the village green and the stocks. This is walk 12 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Burton Green & Beechwood, Millenium way
5.98 mi
+112 ft
-144 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Burton Green (Warwickshire)
This circular walk covers a delightful area of Warwickshire countryside between Coventry and Balsall Common, crossing fairly flat farmland, some woodland and quiet lanes. This is walk 30 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Tile Hill Railway Station, Rail Trails
3.99 mi
+131 ft
-112 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Coventry (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail explores the remaining areas of woodland from what was once part of the great Forest of Arden. Historically this was an area of scattered farmsteads, mostly belonging to the Stoneleigh Estate. You’ll still see occasional older buildings amongst the modern development as well as the plaque which marks the site of the former Massey Ferguson Factory.
Barston & Balsall Common, Millenium Way
4.10 mi
+98 ft
-118 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Barston (West Midlands Combined Authority)
A short circular walk from the picturesque village of Barston through the outskirts of Balsall Common. Enjoy open countryside and the delights of the Warwickshire landscape, while being very close to Birmingham. This is walk 4 from the 44 circulars composing the Millenium Way.
From Barston
Visorando Member
4.16 mi
+177 ft
-190 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Barston (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This walk on the southern edge of the West Midlands explores some pleasant countryside and also follows a section of the Millennium Way long distance path.
From Meer End and Kenilworth Castle, Millenium Way
9.63 mi
+266 ft
-276 ft
4h 40
Easy
Departure from Balsall (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This walk goes across mostly flat open countryside, but incorporating an interesting church, pleasant woodland and the delightful Kenilworth castle. It is a very pleasant introduction to The Millennium Way, which is noticeable by our distinctive black and white waymarkers. This is walk 43 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
From Meer End and Kenilworth Castle, Millenium Way
6.32 mi
+157 ft
-161 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Balsall (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This walk goes across mostly flat open countryside, but incorporating an interesting church, pleasant woodland and the delightful Kenilworth castle. It is a very pleasant introduction to The Millennium Way, which is noticeable by our distinctive black and white waymarkers. This is the short version walk 43 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
From Meriden, Millenium Way
8.63 mi
+223 ft
-220 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from Meriden (West Midlands Combined Authority)
Our walk starts from the medieval stone cross on the village green in Meriden, which reputedly marks the centre of England. This circular walk incorporates the most northerly part of the Millennium Way, joined by a short link through the delightful village of Berkswell, with its lovely cafe. It is amazing to be on such lovely countryside only a few miles from the West Midlands conurbation. HS2 is only encountered for a short section. This is walk 40 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Meriden to Kenilworth, Millenium Way
10.42 mi
+135 ft
-256 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Meriden (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This is the 7th section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Meriden to Kenilworth.
Hampton-in-Arden Railway Station, Rail Trails
3.63 mi
+92 ft
-95 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Hampton in Arden (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail takes you on mainly tarmacked surfaces out of Hampton-in-Arden, across the River Blythe to the Marsh Lane Nature Reserve before returning to the village. Mentioned in Domesday Book, Hampton is now a popular commuter village and also boasts Solihull’s only Michelin-starred restaurant – Peel’s at Hampton Manor. There are plenty of hints of its antiquity in the well preserved 17th century timbered houses of the village.
Heronfield / Temple Balsall, Millenium Way
7.18 mi
+157 ft
-167 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Chadwick End (West Midlands Combined Authority)
During the early part of the walk you will follow a short section of the Millennium Way along the Grand Union Canal and, after walking some delightful open, flat countryside, will rejoin it at Temple Balsall. Here you may wish to take a short detour to visit the church of St Mary at Temple Balsall which has connections with the Knights Templar. This is walk 32 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Canley to Coventry Railway Station, Rail Trails
2.77 mi
+69 ft
-72 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Coventry (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This walk between Canley and Coventry railway stations explores the green spaces of Canley Ford Local Nature Reserve, Top Green Park, and Coventry’s largest city park, the stunning War Memorial Park.
Kenilworth to Leamington Spa, Millenium Way
8.07 mi
+66 ft
-131 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This is the 8th section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Kenilworth to Leamington Spa.
From Kenilworth Castle, Millenium Way
6.54 mi
+98 ft
-108 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This circular walk starts right by the historic Kenilworth Castle and continues across mostly flat farmland & open countryside, with many attractive views. You will encouter some gorgeous Alpacas before halfway! This is walk 24 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
The Pleasance and Meer End from Kenilworth
6.72 mi
+167 ft
-177 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
A pleasant walk through the Warwickshire countryside. The start is Kenilworth where you have the opportunity to visit the castle. The route includes a section of Millennium Way long distance footpath.
Kenilworth Railway Station, Rail Trails
7.84 mi
+151 ft
-154 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This trail takes you from the heart of Kenilworth and out across farmland and open countryside, with many attractive views. You are a stone’s throw from the babbling Inchford Brook, the rolling greenery of Abbey Fields, and some monumental WW2 relics at Goodrest Farm. You’ll also get even closer to some gorgeous Alpacas before the halfway point!
Dorridge to Lapworth Railway Stations, Rail Trails
4.44 mi
+26 ft
-75 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Metropolitan Borough of Solihull (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail takes you between Dorridge and Lapworth railway stations via the Grand Union Canal towpath. An alternative finish allows you to extend the walk along the Stratford upon Avon Canal too.
Lapworth Railway Station, Rail Trails
4.08 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lapworth (Warwickshire)
This circular route incorporates the National Trust’s Packwood House, three pubs and a flight of locks as well as taking you through some of the prettiest countryside between Warwick and Solihull.
Packwood, Millenium Way
3.94 mi
+121 ft
-125 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lapworth (Warwickshire)
This delightful circular walk starts from Packwood House, a well-known National Trust property. The walk will give you a flavour of The Millennium Way taking you across mostly flat countryside. This is walk 6 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Close to Leek Wootton, Millenium Way
7.03 mi
+164 ft
-151 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This circular has no stiles and is therefore suitable for dogs. It goes along quiet lanes, mostly flat through some attractive woodland and open countryside. It touches the outskirts of Warwick and along a section of the Grand Union Canal. This is walk 33 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Kenilworth - Haseley - Norton Lindsey - Snitterfield - Hampton
22.68 mi
+738 ft
-735 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
A pleasant circuit on the country lanes of Warwickshire.
From Lapworth and Kingswood, Millenium Way
7.87 mi
+312 ft
-315 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Lapworth (Warwickshire)
This circular walk starts at The Boot Inn Lapworth on the B4439 south east of Hockley Heath. Initially the route follows the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal, leaving this at Drawbridge Farm to follow a delightful section of the Millennium Way. This is walk 35 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Marston Green to Elmdon Railway Station, Rail Trails
5.65 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bickenhill and Marston Green (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This circular trail from Marston Green Station takes you through two country parks, past the airport runway, through woodland, open parkland and lakes. Discover a different side of surburban life, with a trail packed with plane spotting, heritage and a surprising amount of green space!
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- Bickenhill and Marston Green
- Blackdown
- Bubbenhall
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- Burton Green
- Bushwood
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- Chadwick End
- Chelmsley Wood
- Cheswick Green
- Claverdon CP
- Coleshill CP
- Corley CP
- Coventry
- Cubbington
- Curdworth CP
- Metropolitan Borough of Solihull
- Fillongley CP
- Finham
- Fordbridge
- Great Packington CP
- Hampton in Arden
- Hatton
- Henley-in-Arden
- Hockley Heath
- Kenilworth
- Keresley
- Kingshurst
- Langley CP
- Lapworth
- Lea Marston CP
- Leek Wootton and Guy's Cliffe
- Little Packington CP
- Maxstoke CP
- Meriden
- Nether Whitacre CP
- Norton Lindsey
- Nuneaton and Bedworth
- Offchurch
- Old Milverton
- Over Whitacre CP
- Preston Bagot CP
- Radford Semele
- Rowington
- Royal Leamington Spa
- Sherbourne
- Shrewley
- Shustoke CP
- Smith's Wood
- Stoneleigh
- Ullenhall
- Warwick
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