08/09/24 - The Slow Way to Kinver

Too Early for a Bathams - From Anywhere

The Slow Ways tour of the West Midlands continues. What a resource.

From Stourbridge, I have a pre-planned route to Kinver.

Through Mary Stevens Park, where the temptation to join al fresco yoga is avoided. A stretch of road walking and soon out on the walk highlight, Bunkers Hill Wood.

Shady Woodland Walking

Historical Mid point refreshment available at the Manor House, Whittington. Got to love this country's pub. A C14th manor house, owned by the grandfather of Dick Whittington, with a priest hole used by Charles II to hide from parliamentary forces after the 1651 battle of Worcester. Steak and Wine for £20 on a Thursday. The advert neither owned up to how much wine or how much steak.

Was it really built in 1310?

This is what the adverts say

And onto Kinver, a town that also takes pride in its history. Many buildings with blue plaques detailing the history.  

Alas, the walk was too short and arrival at 11:30am means the usual Bathams at the Plough is unavailable. A brain wave - Vino Wine Stores sell slabs of Bathams. 12 bottles for the start of the Championship this weekend, where all three of the Baggies opening games are on TV.

Further disappointment, this too doesn't open until midday. And the Albion dont have a striker, so little to celebrate.

Still, a fine walk and whilst waiting my lift out, a chance to look at where Slow Ways will take me next? Home towards Kidderminster for a fine walk across the Edge, or a river crossing to Highley.

Public transport good for both. There may be a fork in the path

Walk Details

Distance - 5 Miles

Geocaches - 1

Walk Inspiration - Slow Ways

Previous Slows Ways - Birmingham to Blackheath, Blackheath to Halesowen, Halesowen to Stourbridge