Rea Valley Route
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Birmingham to King's Norton Park
Type: Traffic-calmed streets and canal towpath
Access: Birmingham and King's Norton railway stations
Surface: Mixture of roads, tarmac paths and stone tracks
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One of Britain's biggest and busiest cities, Birmingham grew impressively during the industrial revolution, its prosperity based on manufactured goods ranging from nails to steam engines. This ride links the city centre with Cannon Hill Park and King's Norton Park via the Rea Valley.
Starting from the Tourist Information Centre, Chamberlain Square in central Birmingham, you head out on the Rea Valley route through Cannon Hill Park. The route then joins the towpath of the Worcester and Birmingham Canal towards King's Norton Park where there is a children's play park.
There is also the popular option of taking a short detour and visiting Cadbury World, where you can learn the history of chocolate making and stock up on some snacks for your journey home!
Local attractions:
- Birmingham Cathedral
- Birmingham Symphony Hall
- Birmingham Back to Backs
- Cannon Hill Park
- Cadbury World
Bike hire:
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