Starting at Sandwell Valley via the outskirts of Birmingham and the countryside of Walsall into Staffordshire. Take in the Forest of Mercia, lakes, nature reserves, woods, and canal banks. Named after Barr Beacon, one of the highest hills in this area.
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52.68, -1.95 · rel 68309
52.68, -1.95 · rel 68309
Beacon Way
8,4 km from Sandwell Park Farm, Sandwell Valley Country Park to Chasewater, Burntwood .
Sandwell Park Farm, Sandwell Valley Country Park
→
Chasewater, Burntwood
linear
8,4km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
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01 · Character of the route
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02 · The story
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03 · Landmarks
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04 · Intersecting routes
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05 · From the trail
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Beacon Way is 8.4 km long.
At an average walking pace, Beacon Way takes approximately 2h 6min to complete.
No, Beacon Way is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Sandwell Park Farm, Sandwell Valley Country Park to Chasewater, Burntwood. Plan ahead for return transport.
Beacon Way starts at Sandwell Park Farm, Sandwell Valley Country Park.
Beacon Way is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Beacon Way is maintained and managed by Walsall Council;Heart of England Way Assosciation.