Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 15.3 mi (24.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 190 ft (58 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr
- High point
- 459 ft (140 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Hawker Hunter WT723 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Blue Plaque: Matthew Boulton 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley
How long is Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr. It climbs 190 ft (58 m) in total, up to a high point of 459 ft (140 m).
How hard is Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
Parking at the start, Free. 15 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 9.8 mi (15.8 km).
Is Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley shaded?
Partly shaded (65% under trees).
What can you do on Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
Happy Hearts Café, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Best-one, 0.3 mi (0.4 km).
Is this a good week for Rail Trail: Olton > Shirley?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Solihull-Knowle Solihull · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
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- Rail Trail: Shirley > The Lakes Solihull · Easy · 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
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