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Posted on 19th October 2024 by Boot Women

Boot Women has a long history that spans more than three decades. It is extremely rewarding to see that, in a much changed LGBTQ landscape, Boot Women still has its place. We are determined to build on our success and … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Stratford-upon-Avon, 13 Oct 2024

Posted on 22nd September 2024 by Boot Women

We’ll explore a bit of Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding area this month. Starting from Stratford railway station, we’ll follow the route across the fields from Stratford to Shottery, the walk that Shakespeare probably took as a teenager when visiting his … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Solihull, 11 August 2024

Posted on 3rd August 2024 by Boot Women

Our August walk starts at Solihull Station. Because of the Marathon, it is strongly advised to travel by train to the start of the walk although paid parking will be available in Solihull town centre at Park Mark Car Park. … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Castle Ring, 14 April

Posted on 30th March 2024 by Boot Women

Our April walk is an 8 mile figure of eight loop, taking in Hednesford Hills and Castle Ring. There are a few inclines and some sections may still be muddy, so appropriate footwear is essential.  Well behaved dogs are welcome, … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Baggeridge Country Park to Himley Hall, 11 February 2024

Posted on 21st January 2024 by Boot Women

Smooth paths and gentle grades make this a relaxing walk. On leaving our starting point, we cross a field into the woodland following a clear and well maintained path. We will pass a number of pools which are a linked … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Walsall, 14 January 2024

Posted on 30th December 2023 by Boot Women

Our first walk of 2024 starts at Walsall Arboretum. It’s a 5 mile route, including fields, woods, Park Lime Pits Nature Reserve, the Rushall Canal and the arboretum itself. It’s generally easy walking; there are a couple of stiles. There … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Chasewater, 12 Nov 2023

Posted on 1st November 2023 by Boot Women

Join us in November for an autumnal Chasewater stroll. The route is an easy flat 3-6 miles through a reclaimed historic mining landscape. Depending on weather conditions and how we feel on the day we can opt for the shorter … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Bartley Reservoir, 9 July

Posted on 21st June 2023 by Boot Women

Our July walk will be a 7.5 mile circular starting at Bartley Reservoir. It covers a mixture of terrains – woodland, farmland, bridle paths and road/lanes. Well behaved dogs are welcome, but there are a few stiles and there may … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Sherbrook Valley (14 May 2023)

Posted on 17th April 2023 by Boot Women

Our May walk takes us to Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where we will walk through Sherbrook Valley. Our 6.5 miles long route includes the Stepping Stones across Sher Brook. We will first walk down the valley. … Continue reading →

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Next walk: Iron Bridge, 12 March 2023

Posted on 25th February 2023 by Boot Women

Our March walk will be the Iron Bridge to Much Wenlock Circular Walk.This is a 10 mile walk through the Shropshire rolling countryside starting in the historical town of Iron Bridge. We will head out of the valley up into … Continue reading →

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