51. Broseley’s Jitties: 3 miles - Walk & Talk

The walk begins at Broseley Library and takes a route through the quiet back streets of Broseley. After crossing the Broseley/Benthall Road, we enter ‘Jitty Country’. The Jitties wind along the eastern slopes of the Benthall valley. They date back to the 18th Century, and were built to allow access from the Broseley area to the mines, tile works and foundries of the Benthall valley. Some of the houses we will pass are squatters cottages, and have changed little since they were constructed. Many have unusual names, often reflecting their origin or local family names. Eg Pugh’s Jitty, Jews Jitty, Ding Dong steps.
After weaving our way through the jitties, we will return to the town centre via Cape Street and Duke Street, passing Broseley Pipe works en route.

Grade of Walk: Easy/Moderate

Length: 3 miles

Pace: Leisurely

Terrain: Paths and quiet lanes. Some paths are rough and gravelly. Steep sections.

Steps and Stiles: Some steps no stiles.

Dog Friendly: NO

Walk Leader: Peter Welch

Specific Walk Information:

Essential Information for Walkers:

All walks take place within the Ironbridge Gorge which will naturally include uphill and downhill sections.

Please come prepared for the walk, with water, drinks, snacks and lunch as appropriate as it is not possible to purchase items on route.

Good walking boots/shoes are essential and be prepared for wet or sunny weather- possibly both in the same day!

Children ( Under 18’s ) are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult with parental responsibility and be capable of the distance, pace and duration of the walk.

Please allow time to reach your event parking. There is a free Car Park at Broseley library, but this can get busy. For information on local bus services see www.arrivabus.co.uk or www.telfordpublictransport.co.uk .

Medals are available for anyone completing 25,50,75 or 100 miles over 3 or more walks during the festival and if you complete over 150 miles you will receive our new Cartman Challenge medal – it has been done!!!