Walking in Solihull

Walking in Solihull is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier.

This page contains information on Benefits of Walking, Short Walks, Long Walks, Walking Routes, Sensory Walks & Maps, Walking Sports & Orienteering

Why is walking the perfect activity for health?

  • Almost everyone can do it, it’s FREE and you don’t need any special equipment, just a comfy pair of shoes!
  • You can do it anywhere and at any time to suit your schedule.
  • If you haven’t been active for a while, you can start slowly and build up gently.
  • It’s a chance to be in the great outdoors, re-energise and explore your local area.
  • Walking groups are a great way to socialise and meet new people.
  • Taking part in regular physical activity has a whole host of benefits. Find out more about physical activity benefits

Walking Groups – Short Walks (30-60 minutes)

Solihull Striders & Strollers Wellbeing Walks:

Come and enjoy your local area, meet new people and improve your health with one of our walking groups. We have regular walks led by our trained volunteer walk leaders. Current dates, times and locations can be found in our Step into Solihull Booklet October 2024 – March 2025.

The walks offer a range of routes that allow for the appreciation and exploration of local surroundings, environment and wildlife. The routes used are mostly flat, even and accessible to all participants regardless of physical ability. Please complete a Step into Solihull Registration Form before your first walk. This can be done either online, on the day of the walk or by requesting a copy of the form from Solihull Active by e-mail [email protected] or calling 0121 704 8207.


Parkwalk at Parkrun! It really is for everyone, 5km route

Park Run is a free weekly event held across the globe and we’re lucky to have two in Solihull, Babbs Mill and Brueton Park. These are volunteer-led timed 5km routes that take place every Saturday at 9am and the great thing is that you can complete it at your own pace.

Walking Groups – Long Walks (60+ minutes)

  • Local Interest Walks: A fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors, explore local scenery and the natural history of an area. For upcoming walks visit the Local Interest Walks upcoming dates.
  • Balsall Common u3aShort and long walks available. Please visit Shorter Walks Group (balsallcommonu3a.org) Ramblers Group (balsallcommonu3a.org) 
  • Hampton Walking arranges weekend walks within 15 miles of Hampton-in-Arden and has 2 groups: Hampton Hikers led by Evan Grant with hikes aimed to be enjoyable and challenging for those used to walking 7-10 miles, and; Arden Amblers led by Bob Reid with shorter walks of 4-6 miles which are still enjoyable and sometimes challenging. Visit Hampton Walking for further details.
  • Men Walking and Talking: Weekly walk starting Tuesday 7th October at 7pm from Malvern and Brueton Park. For further information visit the Men Walking and Talking webpage.
  • Olton u3a: Short and long walks available. Please visit the Olton u3a website
  • Ramblers Groups in Solihull: Castle Bromwich Ramblers, Knowle Ramblers & Solihull Ramblers offer you the opportunity to progress from our Striders and Strollers walks onto something a little more challenging and to go those few extra miles.
  • Rambling Club at Solihull Methodist Church: Rambles are held on the third Thursday of each month with all church members and friends welcome.
  • Solihull Pathfinders: Based in Solihull that prides itself on being a welcoming and friendly group. For further information please see the Solihull Pathfinders Website
  • The Solihull Tree Wardens serve and protect the local environment’s trees, hedges and woodland. Visit Love Solihull for further information and upcoming Tree Walk and Talks.
  • This Girl Walks: is a fun and friendly group of like minded ladies, meeting in Solihull. For further information visit This Girl Walks.
  • Wednesday Walking Club: A friendly group, that walk somewhere within a 20 mile radius of Shirley every Wednesday, whatever the weather! Walks are between 7-8 miles, plus sometimes a shorter 3-5 mile walk. For further details about the current programme or what to bring, please email [email protected]

Local Walking Routes & Maps

Walking Maps

Whether you’re planning a walk for leisure, for fitness or a journey, here are some useful links to help you plan a walking route and find easier ways to get around the borough.

  • Get Walking Maps – This booklet outlines 13 short walking routes in the Solihull borough, exploring the areas in and around the local parks.
  • Solihull Council Walking & Cycling Map – This borough-wide walking and cycling map will help you to identify your best walking route whatever the destination.
  • Suggested walking routes – This web page includes information on 2-5 mile circular walks and longer distance routes.
  • Heritage Trail – This 3km (1.85 mile) circular walk takes in the historic heart of the old Solihull village. The leaflet is also available to pick up free of charge from The Core Library in Solihull town centre. There is also a “Solihull Town Centre: Then and Now” video for a virtual guided tour of the town centre.
  • Geological Trail – Warwickshire Geological Conservation Group (WGCG) have produced a geological trail leaflet that covers Solihull town centre. If you want to go on a longer walk, it’s best to plan your route so you can avoid busy roads. You can use websites or apps like OS maps, Komoot or PlotARoute to find the best routes for you.