Beacon Way

On the top of Barr Beacon

The Beacon Way is a walking route of around 25 miles running through Staffordshire. It takes its name from Barr Beacon, a hill to the east of Walsall, the highest point on the trail and, at 745 feet, one of the highest points in the area.

The trailheads are in:

• Sandwell Park Farm, West Bromwich (52°31’12"N, 1°58’27"W)
• Gentleshaw (52°42’14"N, 1°55’33"W)

The Beacon Way starts at Sandwell Park Farm in Sandwell Valley Country Park and extends as far as Gentleshaw Common where it connects with the Heart of England Way.

A Beacon Way signpost

Outside links

• The Beacon Way - Long Distance Walkers' Association
• Heart of England Way Association