This is an easy 3-mile walk with no stiles along a disused railway line, quiet roads, country lanes and the towpath. Shortly after leaving the pub car park, we join the Coventry Canal by the top lock. We follow the lock flight down as far as Whittington Lane, where we leave the canal. A road bridge takes us over the main railway line, before we carefully cross the A5 at the designated crossing points. After around ½ mile we leave Waste Lane and walk downhill along a disused railway track. We re-enter Atherstone by the wall of the Merevale Estate, and from there back to our starting point.
Meet 10:45 for an 11:00 start on Thursday 1st January 2026 in the car park of The Red Lion Hotel, (entrance to the car park is off South Street), Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 1BB.
Please note: In contrast with previous years, it has not been possible to make a group booking for a meal afterwards. Therefore, if you wish to eat at The Red Lion after the walk will you please make a table reservation beforehand for 1 pm for yourself and your associates, either by telephone on 01827 713156 or online:
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The available menu on New Year's Day is the Brunch menu shown. There are eight adult choices, individually priced, and four child choices for £7.95 each.
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