Most people can enjoy a relaxing walk in their local neighbourhood. But have you thought about venturing outside your typical walking route in a way that may be much better for you?
If you’re wondering how to make the most out of your Easter weekend that starts on Friday (April 3) up until Monday (April 6).
A change in scenery might be just what you need.
As April officially starting today (Wednesday, April 1), it is an excellent time to revitalise any motivation that has dwindled over the past few months as many of us have already broken our New Year’s resolutions.
For many, walking is an excellent free exercise (and much cheaper than a gym membership). Walking has long been considered a relatively low-impact routine which does absolute wonders for your physical and mental wellbeing.
Rather than going to the gym three times a week, a refreshing walk where you can reconnect with the great outdoors may just be the thing that you need.
The walking app, AllTrails has helpfully compiled a list of best walks in the Wolverhampton area.
1. South Staffordshire Railway Walk Circular
This walk is rated a 4.7 out of 185 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 228 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. South Staffordshire Railway Walk: Wombourne to Castlecroft
This walk is rated a 4.3 out of 58 reviews on the app. AllTrails has labelled it as a moderate walking level. Length - 10.1km Elevation gain - 231m Estimated time - 2.5-3hr. The primary starting point for this walk is a free car park at Wombourne Station/Bratch Lane One AllTrails reviewer, Jodie Whickett said: 'Didn’t follow trail as was overgrown, continued straight and found some beautiful art work' | South Staffordshire Railway Walk at Wombourne by Roger Kidd, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4. Northycote Farm Circular
This walk is rated a 4.2 out of 107 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