Rail Trails:
The Saltway Line
Free station to station walking guides in Worcestershire
Welcome to Rail Trails – A project supported by the WCRP
Community rail is a great way of inspiring residents of all ages and walks of life to get involved in making their local railway station an attractive place to be. Activities can include gardening projects, art displays and using station buildings for a range of events.
Participation promotes social ties and gives local communities a sense of pride and ownership in their local station.
Trails on The Saltway Line
Trail 1:
Worcester Foregate Street to Droitwich Spa
Distance
12.7 km / 7.9 miles
Grade
Easy
Time
> 3.5hrs
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Route summary
With a more scenic diversion around Fernhill Heath, most of route follows the Worcester and Birmingham and Droitwich canal sections of the Monarch’s Way.
Important
Unfortunately the last section of the Foregate to Droitwich Walk is closed for 12 weeks.
The towpath from Vines Lane in Droitwich to Ladywood Lock in Salwarpe is closed for 12 weeks for resurfacing, with the path expected to re-open in September.
https://www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/25184152.inaccessible-droitwich-canal-towpath-fenced-off-public
GPX File Instructions
Watch our brief YouTube video guide. *** Please note not all navigation apps will handle the GPX files in the same manner.
Trail 2:
Droitwich Spa to Bromsgrove
Distance
12.4 km / 7.7 miles
Grade
Easy
Time
> 3.5hrs
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Route summary
A largely level walk, initially on the Droitwich Canal and moving out into open country, following both the railway line in parts and the Worcester and Birmingham Canal to the station at Bromsgrove.
GPX File Instructions
Watch our brief YouTube video guide. *** Please note not all navigation apps will handle the GPX files in the same manner.
Trail 3:
Bromsgrove to Barnt Green
Distance
12.7 km / 7.7 miles
Grade
Moderate
Time
> 3.5hrs
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Route summary
A gentle climb north west in open country, following parts of the Monarch’s Way and Worcester and Birmingham Canal to Alvechurch, and finally to Barnt Green Station.
There is ongoing work on the canal currently which may lead to diversions.
Further details on the current situation may be found at The Canal Riverside Trust:
Towpath Closure – Shortwood Tunnel West Portal
Please check before starting your journey.
GPX File Instructions
Watch our brief YouTube video guide. *** Please note not all navigation apps will handle the GPX files in the same manner.
