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Meadow by the River Severn – Stanley Wood loop from Lincomb Lock

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Meadow by the River Severn – Stanley Wood loop from Lincomb Lock

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Meadow by the River Severn – Stanley Wood loop from Lincomb Lock

02:07

7.85km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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734 m

Lower Astley Wood

Forest

1.20 km

Dick Brook is thought to be the first canalised brook in England, engineered by Andrew Yarranton, a local pioneer of the industrial revolution. He did this in the mid-17th century, 100 years before James Brindley embarked on the canal-building revolution. The brook was dredged and locks built to enable boats to carry iron ore from the River Severn up Dick Brook to a blast furnace. 500m along the path, marked by a way-marker post, you reach the site of a former iron forge. There are some building remains and the area is being studied by local historians. As you continue westwards, to the right of the path there are the earthworks of the leat which fed water to turn the wheels at the forge. The furnace site was 100m up the valley to the south of the path as you go towards Glasshampton.

Source: Geopark guide

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1.23 km

Meadow by the River Severn

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This beautiful open meadow is situated on the banks of the River Severn, where it meets the Dick Brook. It offers plenty of space for activities and is perfect for running around with your dog.

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2.48 km

Stanley Wood

Highlight • Forest

A great walk in the woods.

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4.18 km

The New Inn

Highlight • Pub

The New Inn. walker friendly pub. Good place to park. Trust system to pay for parking.

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5.21 km

Site of Astley Iron Forge Mill (1652)

Highlight • Historical Site

The mill has a stone with the date 1652 on it. The Dick Brook was canalised in the 1650s by Andrew Yarranton and the mill built as a tilt hammer mill to service a nearby blast furnace. The mill later became a fulling and paper mill until it was taken over by the Worcester Porcelain Company for the grinding of ‘grog’ from about 1760 till about 1808. It reverted back again to an iron works when a puddling furnace was installed (which has been excavated in the recent past). The site then evolved into domestic residences and was ultimately cleared.

Source: geography.org.uk

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5.32 km

Stepping Stones on Dick Brook

Highlight • Bridge

These stepping stones add a little extra zing of adventure through this woodland, absolutely stunning in summer. Crossing Dick Brook in the Shrawley and Upper Astley Woods, the stones are usable when the stream is low. In winter or after heavy rain, the brook can easily flood. If this is the case, hike east to use the footbridge to cross instead.

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5.46 km

Wild Garlic

Highlight • Natural

The south bank of Dick Brook is thick with Wild Garlic at this time of year. White flowers and a heady smell from the thick green spear like leaves.

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7.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.13 km

1.22 km

369 m

126 m

Surfaces

3.58 km

3.50 km

566 m

145 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 24 June

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Meadow by the River Severn – Stanley Wood loop from Lincomb Lock

Wooden Footbridge in Woodland

Dick Brook

Meadow by the River Severn

Stanley Wood

The New Inn

Site of Astley Iron Forge Mill (1652)

Stepping Stones on Dick Brook

Wild Garlic

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