Northfield Nature Discovery Trail

Walks, England, West Midlands, Birmingham
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Northfield Nature Discovery Trail

Northfield, West Midlands

by birminghamcitycouncil

  • 1hr 30m / 5.1km
  • 14

A linear and low-traffic walk through nature between Northfield and Kings Norton stations. Refreshments options near the end of the walk.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Picnic spot
  • History
  • Dog friendly

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  1. Start from Northfield rail station by the entrance/exit on Station Road on the Platform 2 side of the station (lifts are available).

    Step 1: Start from Northfield rail station by the entrance/exit on Station Road on the Platform 2 side of the station (lifts are available).

  2. Step 2: Please note that some sections of the walk might be muddy in wet or wintry weather. There’s also some uphill section. 😊

  3. Cross over Station Road and turn left - you will see signs for the Rea Valley route throughout the walk.

    Step 3: Cross over Station Road and turn left - you will see signs for the Rea Valley route throughout the walk.

  4. Head down Station Road to the junction with West Heath Road and Church Hill.

    Step 4: Head down Station Road to the junction with West Heath Road and Church Hill.

  5. You need to cross over West Heath Rd here. On your right you’ll see a zebra crossing…

    Step 5: You need to cross over West Heath Rd here. On your right you’ll see a zebra crossing…

  6. The zebra crossing is on West Heath Road by the Co-op or there is a traffic light pedestrian crossing on Church Hill.

    Step 6: The zebra crossing is on West Heath Road by the Co-op or there is a traffic light pedestrian crossing on Church Hill.

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