Smestow Valley Leisure Ride, Wolverhampton

#48 among attractions in Wolverhampton

Hiking, Hiking trail

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Facts and practical information

Smestow Valley Leisure Ride is an approximately 10 miles long cycle path linking Aldersley Leisure Village in Aldersley, Wolverhampton following the route of the disused Wombourne Branchline to the disused Wombourne railway station. From Wombourne station, the route follows the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal back to Aldersley Leisure Village forming a circular route. Refreshments are provided at both locations. The route passes near Wightwick Manor, Bratch Locks and the Old Station Tettenhall. ()

Coordinates: 52°36'13"N, 2°9'5"W

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Tettenhall RegisWolverhampton United Kingdom

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Day trips

Smestow Valley Leisure Ride – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton Racecourse, St Peter's Collegiate Church.

1.5 miSE
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Wolverhampton
40 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wolverhampton, the Wolverhampton Art Gallery is a cultural gem that offers an enriching experience to art enthusiasts and casual tourists alike. Established in 1884, this historic building has become a cornerstone of the city's cultural...
1.2 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton
32 min walk • Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England, has been the home ground of Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers since 1889.
~1620 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Game and entertainment center
Wolverhampton Racecourse, Wolverhampton
8 min walk • Wolverhampton Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. The track was the first to be floodlit in Britain and often holds meetings in the evening.
1.5 miSE
Church, Historical place
St Peter's Collegiate Church, Wolverhampton
39 min walk • St Peter's Collegiate Church is located in central Wolverhampton, England. For many centuries it was a chapel royal and from 1480 a royal peculiar, independent of the Diocese of Lichfield and even the Province of Canterbury.
1.6 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton
42 min walk • The Wolverhampton Grand Theatre, commonly known as The Grand, is a theatre located on Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, UK, designed in 1894 by Architect Charles J. Phipps. It is a Grade II Listed Building with a seating capacity of 1200.
1.5 miSE
Music venue, Nightlife, Theater
Wolverhampton Civic Hall, Wolverhampton
38 min walk • The Wolverhampton Civic Hall is a music venue in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. It has been one of the most notable live music venues in the county for several decades. It is part of a complex also including Wulfrun Hall and the Slade Rooms.
0.4 miNE
Canal
Aldersley Junction, Wolverhampton
11 min walk • Aldersley Junction is the name of the canal junction where the Birmingham Main Line Canal terminates and meets the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near to Oxley, north Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. It opened in 1772.
1.5 miSE
City hall
Wolverhampton Civic Centre, Wolverhampton
38 min walk • Wolverhampton Civic Centre is a municipal building in the City of Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. The building houses a council chamber for City of Wolverhampton Council.
1.4 miSE
Church, Greek Revival architecture
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Wolverhampton
36 min walk • St Peter and St Paul Church is a Roman Catholic Parish church in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. It was built from 1826 to 1828, with extensions being built in 1901 and 1928. It was designed by Joseph Ireland and the architect for the extension in 1901 was Edward Goldie.
1.4 miSE
Museum
Wolverhampton Archives and Local Studies, Wolverhampton
35 min walk • Wolverhampton City Archives service is located in the centre of the City of Wolverhampton, England. It is part of the Arts and Heritage Division of the Adult and Community Services Directorate of Wolverhampton City Council.
1.5 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Arena Theatre, Wolverhampton
39 min walk • The Arena Theatre is situated on Wulfruna Street in Wolverhampton and is part of the University of Wolverhampton's city campus. The venue's main auditorium seats 150 people and is used for both professional touring shows and for local community groups.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Smestow Valley Leisure Ride?

Nearby attractions include Aldersley Junction, Wolverhampton (11 min walk), Whitmore Reans, Wolverhampton (16 min walk), St Andrew's Church, Wolverhampton (18 min walk), Tettenhall, Wolverhampton (19 min walk).

How to get to Smestow Valley Leisure Ride by public transport?

The nearest stations to Smestow Valley Leisure Ride:

Bus

Aldersley Rd / Burland Avenue • Lines: 6, 6A, 784 (3 min walk)
Hordern Rd / Smestow Brook • Lines: 5, 6, 62, 62A, 6A, 784 (5 min walk)