TamworthPolesworth

Tampol two
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By David Sanderson on 13 Jun 2021


Distance

8km/5mi

Ascent

84m

Descent

90m

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Description

Almost identical to Tampol One but at the Polesworth end follows the pavement on the main road round to the meeting place. This makes the most of access to shops and is much easier to follow. The footpath used in the alternative is narrow and was overgrown when I walked it

Almost identical to Tampol One but at the Polesworth end follows the pavement on the main road round to the meeting place. This makes the most of access to shops and is much easier to follow. The footpath used in the alternative is narrow and was overgrown when I walked it

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Reviews - 5

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (5)

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Description Note
Grade 2: Mostly smooth and compacted surfaces, but there may be some loose gravel, muddy patches or cobbles.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Maybe present Public toilet (1)
Maybe present Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Maybe present Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Maybe present Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Maybe present Free wifi (1)
Maybe present Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Maybe present Bench (1)
Maybe present Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Not present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Not present at time of survey Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 75.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Maybe present Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Present at time of survey Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Large St. Bernard-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Standard pram (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged pram (1)
Maybe present Standard wheelchair (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged wheelchair (1)
Maybe present Standard mobility scooter (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged mobility scooter (1)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Maybe present Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Present at time of survey Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Large St. Bernard-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Standard pram (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged pram (1)
Maybe present Standard wheelchair (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged wheelchair (1)
Maybe present Standard mobility scooter (1)
Maybe present Off-road rugged mobility scooter (1)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

10.0% of the route is on roads (1)

10.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

10.0% of the route is paved (1)

20.0% of the route is muddy (1)

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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2X October 2021 by Agtaylor123
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Start and end points

Tamworth
Grid Ref SK2089903994
Lat / Lon 52.63332° / -1.69263°
Easting / Northing 420,899E / 303,994N
What3Words smiled.shops.dress
Polesworth
Grid Ref SK2629402559
Lat / Lon 52.62018° / -1.61303°
Easting / Northing 426,294E / 302,559N
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reviews


Dan Phelan

27 Dec 2022 Winter

I walked this SlowWays route back in September (sorry about the late review). This is a lovely route that largely follows the Coventry Canal. At both ends of the route there are plenty of amenities to enjoy, especially so at the Tamworth end - just a short distance from the route's end point is Tamworth Castle and Castle Grounds park which is worth a look. There is a second route (Tampol One) which is virtually identical, however this route took me past the shops at the Polesworth end of the route. A recommended SlowWays route.


Mtormey

16 Jan 2022 Winter

I walked this route from Tamworth to Polesworth and really enjoyed it. The route is easy to follow, with the vast majority along the canal towpath, and is extremely pleasant.

There's a public bathroom at the Pooley Country Park visitor centre. Coming from Tamworth, I left the canal towpath just before the M42 and crossed to the other side and navigated through the country park on the south side of the canal. Then, I continued on the south/west side of the canal and rejoined the route south of the visitor centre.

Overall, a great route.


Ken

23 Dec 2021 Winter

We walked Polesworth to Tamworth on a dry cloudy December day. Very easy level walking with no gates or stiles to impede progress the surface is compaced stone along the canal and pavements alongside roads. I could tweak the route at both ends using Abbey Park and the footbridge at Polesworth and underpasses and the Castle Park at Tamworth. The basics are here so you decide on minor alternatives. The road into Tamworth was quite busy mid afternoon. I did explore a detour along a footpath passing the 16th century Pooley Hall but sadly the hall is hidden, only a war memorial adds any interest. I also had a break from the towpath through Pooley Fields Nature Reserve, fields is misleading as the area is woodland, so recommend neither. To explore the Priory marked on OS maps cross the canal bridge but Wikipedia says of the remains “both the ruined priory and dovecot are on the Heritage at Risk Register due to vandalism and water damage”.


Agtaylor123

09 Oct 2021 Autumn

Very nice route, nearly 100% on canal towpath. Easy to follow with pubs and shops on route.


David Sanderson

13 Jun 2021 Spring

A really nice walk starting in Tamworth. The first section is quite noisy but you are kept away from traffic before turning left into leafy lanes under the railway viaduct. The next section is along relatively quiet side streets past many shops and pubs before reaching the Coventry Canal. The canal takes you all the way to Polesworth. The section in Tamworth is well used and very friendly. Well tended gardens back onto the side opposite the towpath. As you leave the urban section you head into the countryside of Hodge Lane Nature Reserve. Heading into Warwickshire from Staffordshire (the border appears to be a stream which passes under the canal) with birdsong for company, the atmosphere is relaxed. Shortly into Warwickshire you pass Alvecote Marina which has a pub if you need refreshments. After more woodland and having passed under the M42 you soon find yourself in Polesworth. The village is pretty with a crossing of the River Anker and is well served for eateries and shops. The meeting place is on the High Street, a turning to the right from the main thoroughfare of Bridge Street. This is one of the most enjoyable Slow Ways I've walked.


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