Christmas is fast approaching and a refreshing walk in the cold seems like the perfect way to re-connect with nature and slow down.
Walking is a great way to enjoy the nature and improve your physical and mental wellbeing.
A great long and meandering walk is much-needed to cleanse the mind and even burn some calories after a heavy meal.
Despite this seeming like a nightmare for some, for others a great walk feels fantastic for the mind.
But if you’re wondering where exactly you should start this winter, the walking app, AllTrails has helpfully compiled a list of best walks in the Wolverhampton area.
Scroll to see some of the best trails from AllTrails perfect for a winter walk in the Wolverhampton area:
1. South Staffordshire Railway Walk
This walk is rated a 4.7 out of 171 reviews on the app. AllTrails has labelled it as a moderate walking level. Length - 6.4km Elevation gain - 135m Estimated time - 1.15-2hr. The primary starting point for the South Staffordshire Railway Walk is the Bratch Lane car park in Wombourne (near the old station), often combined with the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. Another popular starting point for a similar circular route is Himley Hall and Park, which leads through Baggeridge Woods. One AllTrails reviewer, Kerry Debenham said: '1st time using the app for the route, easy to follow you can pause if you stop for a coffee break and restart which was helpful. Beautiful day for a walk that always helps.' | South Staffordshire Railway Walk near Himley by Roger D Kidd, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2. Perton Woodland Circular
This walk is rated a 4.5 out of 283 reviews on the app. AllTrails has labelled it as an easy walking level. Length - 5km Elevation gain - 161m Estimated time - 1.15-2hr. The primary starting point for the Perton Woodland Circular is behind The Pear & Partridge pub (WV6 7EN) in Perton. One AllTrails reviewer, Lacey Green said: 'Really nice walk, muddy in a lot of places but was expected because of the winter. Nice views.' | Woodland track in Perton, Staffordshire by Roger D Kidd, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3. Bratch Locks Circular
This walk is rated 4.7 out of 184 reviews on the app. AllTrails has labelled it as a easy walking level. Length - 3.7km Elevation gain - 17m Estimated time -0.5-1hour. The primary starting point for this walk is located off Bratch Lane (next to the old Wombourne Railway Station, postcode WV5 9AB). AllTrails reviewer, Jonas Pikiotas wrote: "Nice trail, perfect for kids with bikes".
4. Northycote Farm Circular
This walk is rated a 4.1 out of 133 reviews on the app. AllTrails has labelled it as an easy walking level. Length - 2.6km Elevation gain - 54m Estimated time - 0.5-1hr. The primary starting point for this walk is at the Northycote Farm and Country Park car park located on Underhill Lane, Bushbury, Wolverhampton. AllTrails reviewer, Lacey Green said: "Really nice smooth trail, you can go through the forest or choose to go around, we come here a lot." | Field with sheep at Northycote Farm by John M, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons