West Bromwich Mountaineering Club evening social walk of the Clent Hills from Hagley

You are invited to join a peer-led walk, hosted by West Bromwich MC (https://wbmc.org/home ), with member Frank Bruce, guiding the route. This social walk, which is part of the club’s annual evening program of walks, will explore the Clent Hills. Sunset is due about 7.30pm, so this walk will aim to enjoy the west facing views as the sun goes down. Sunset may or may not be visible according to weather conditions. The different perspectives of the landscape as twilight begins will be shown, and the excitement of finding features on the land and in the woods in this preserved area at this time. We will see the Four Stones, a folly looking like a prehistoric monument, and trace paths along the contours to give the best views west and south. The oak woodlands are particularly fine as the greens darken and acorns form ready for the autumn.

We’re excited to welcome you for a memorable evening’s walk and for those who can stay on for a little while, drinks at the Lyttleton Arms afterwards!

Meet the Leader

Frank has been Hill Walking for over 20 years both in the UK and in Pakistan and is a qualified Mountain Leader. He is also qualified in first aid and mental health first aid. Frank is a volunteer walk leader for charities including offering wellness walks and mental health support; walks for LGBTQ organisations. Frank is also a mentor for the Mountain Leader programme with the Mountain Training Association and organises small group experience quality mountain days as well as hosting walks for the BMC. Frank can often be found out in the hills designing unusual and challenging navigation routes.

Walk Details

Walk Grading: Easy

Distance: Approx 6.5 km (4 miles)

Ascent: 205 m (670 ft)

Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours

If you or anyone in your party can’t attend after booking, please let us know so we can offer the place to others

Meeting Details

Time: Thursday 10th September, 18:45 pm for a 19:00 pm start

Location: Lyttelton Arms, Bromsgrove Road, Hagley, DY9 9LJ

OS Grid Ref: SO 91380 80641

Google map pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ahAYY7t84cZj3P7Y6

Parking: Free

Please check out the BMC Liftshare service

Facilities: Toilets are available in the pub

Public Transport: Buses 192 (Halesowen-Kidderminster) and 318 (Stourbridge-Bromsgrove) stop on the Hagley Road nearby

What to Bring

We’ll cover a range of terrains, so please ensure you are well-prepared with appropriate gear

Footwear: Sturdy, water-resistant walking boots or shoes with good grip

Clothing: Dress in layers, including waterproofs, as conditions can vary. Even if weather warm, long trousers and tops recommended, as this late in the year, some paths a little overgrown with brambles and nettles

Food and drink: Bring sufficient water and snacks for a few hours of walking as there are no places to buy refreshments en route

Other essentials: Please bring a head torch as we plan to finish close to dark

Who Can Attend

Adults only (18 and over) may join. Please keep an eye out/contact us, for future walks, where we hope to be welcoming children along too. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept under close control at all times, please indicate on your booking if you will be bringing a dog, however, dogs, aside from official assistance dogs, are unfortunately not allowed at the pub

Health Precautions: If you have any health conditions that might impact your participation, please inform us in advance. Carry any required medications, and let the walk leader know if assistance may be needed in accessing them

If you are unsure of your ability or would like advice regarding kit and suitability for this walk, please email the leader in advance

BMC Participation Statement

The BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement

Photographs may be taken by the leader for future communications about the programme. If you do not wish for your photograph to be taken please let the leader know in advance or at the start of the walk

By participating in this walk you agree to act in a kind and inclusive manner. Bullying, discrimination or the use of foul language will not be tollerated

Questions

Feel free to contact BMC Hill Walk Leader, Frank: frank.bruce@btinternet.com

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