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Big Spring Walk

The Big Spring Walk takes part at one of the most beautiful times of the year, and the picturesque backdrop of the undulating Herefordshire countryside. Combine the two and you have the St Michael’s Hospice Big Spring Walk.

Choice of four circular routes to the west of Hereford, all setting off from the city’s Rowing Club on the banks of the River Wye.

Each of the 2,5K, 5.5K, 12.5K and 17.5K walks will allow you to experience the beauty of a Sunday meander through this green and pleasant land we call home.

Open to all ages and abilities.

2.5K walk: Walkers will begin with a gentle climb up Broomy Hill, passing the Waterworks Museum and picking up the flat riverside path back to the Rowing Club. This walk is ideal for those with younger children as we do not allow dogs on this route. Walk starts 11.30am.

5.5K walk: The same start as the 2.5K but after passing the Waterworks Museum you’ll continue into Breinton, heading into woodland and picking up the riverside path back to the Rowing Club. Walk starts 11am.

12.5K walk: As shorter routes then, after stopping for a toilet break at Breinton Village Hall, head for Breinton Common before picking up the riverside path back. Walk starts at 9.30am.

17.5K walk: As shorter walks but continuing to Upper Breinton and through Wyevale Wood. Walkers then pick up Breinton Road before heading back to the Rowing Club via the riverside path. Walk starts at 9am.