Along the Birmingham Canal at Tipton
From Tipton railway station, make for the towpath of the Birmingham Canal and turn left. A row of bungalows can be seen on the opposite bank. Soon, you reach a boatyard. A railway line is visible over to the left. Cross two footbridges and pass beneath the next canal bridge (1880). Narrow boats and fishermen are often seen along this stretch. Go under Watery Lane Bridge and then swing left, off the towpath. At the road turn left. Looking back along the canal reveals a striking view of the rooftops of Tipton and the church near the start of the walk.
Go down the steep slope signposted Dudley and Burnt Tree and on reaching the road where Victoria Road and Queens Road meet, go straight over into Victoria Park. Make your way through the park, choosing your own route. Pass the main lake, known as Victoria Pool, and on its southern side keep right with the skate park on your right. Look for an obvious exit to the A457 and turn right on reaching it.
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