56. Coalbrookdale Bells: 3 miles - Walk & Talk

We follow Rough Park Way then climb through Oilhouse Coppice to cross Rough Park. We visit Lodge Field before taking the path to the Rotunda, with its views across Ironbridge. We retrace our steps, crossing through the woods to reach Church Hill. We then take the lower path through Dale Coppice to drop down to Coalbrookdale church where we can visit the tower ringing room for a bellringing demonstration and try some hand bells!

Grade of Walk: Easy/ Moderate

Length: 3 miles

Pace: Leisurely

Terrain: Good tracks and paths, parkland and woodland paths.

Steps and Stiles: Some steps, up and down, but no stiles on route. Some sections may be muddy.

Dog Friendly: NO

Walk Leader: Jane Warman

Specific Walk Information: Stated finish time includes the bell ringing demonstration.

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 plenty of time to reach your event parking can be tricky in the gorge! It is possible to reach Ironbridge via public transport but there are limited services. 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!!!