[1] Leave the centre and turn right along Streetly Road. Cross several side streets before you come to the busy junction with Marsh Lane. Cross Streetly Road using the pedestrian crossings, and walk up Marsh Lane towards the Bingo Hall.
[2] If dry, walk along the tree-lined central reservation of Marsh Lane. As you come to the point where the central reservation stops, and the road becomes a single carriageway cross to the left hand side of the road (cross with care) and walk to house number 27.
If it is wet you may want to continue along the left hand side of the road rather than walk along the central reservation.
[3] Walk along the public footpath next to number 27, past four concrete bollards. You will emerge onto Short Heath Road where you turn left. Go past Hailsham Road and enter Bleak Hill Recreation Ground under a green arch.
(A) Bleak Hill Recreation Ground is known by Birmingham City Council as a “green corridor”. The area was first recorded as Blakhilles in 1461.
This lovely, tranquil expanse of verdant grass does not have any tarmac paths so you will need to head across the grass. Wheelchair users will need assistance to get across, but it is well worth the effort!
Head right to walk along the left hand side of the trees and metal handrails, with the babbling brook on your right.
[4] Pass the children’s play area and exit the park via another green arch. Cross Streetly Road straight ahead with care and once across turn right to return to the centre.