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69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - City Centre to Yardley to Birmingham Airport to Acocks Green

69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - City Centre to Yardley to Birmingham Airport to Acocks Green

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An almost completely traffic free route from Birmingham city centre using shared paths, greenways, canal towpaths and parks. This is a fantastic route for all the family. Taking you out to see the planes at the airport viewing area with lots to explore along the way including visitor attractions, heritage sites, adventure playgrounds and shops, there's something for everyone!

Distance: 37 miles | Average cycle time: 4hrs | Average walk time: 14hrs

Highlights: 

  • Hippodrome Theatre
  • Grand Union Canal
  • Blakesley Hall
  • St Edburgha's Church
  • Babb's Mill Lake
  • Airport Viewing Area
  • Fox Hollies Leisure Highlights: Centre

Green spaces:

  • Oaklands Park
  • Old Yardley Park
  • Kingfisher Country Park
  • Meriden Park
  • Elmdon Park
  • Sheldon Country Park
  • Westley Vale
  • Fox Hollies Park

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