Bumble Hole Nature Reserve, Netherton, Dudley
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/ photoPhoto: Franco Magalotti, Community -
/ 1. Bumble Hole Visitor CentrePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 2. Bumble Hole LakePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 3. Opposite Bumble Hole Visitor CentrePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ image.jpgPhoto: May So, Community
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/ image.jpgPhoto: May So, Community
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/ image.jpgPhoto: ritzmasto™ survivor2017, Community
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/ image.jpgPhoto: ritzmasto™ survivor2017, Community
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/Photo: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 1. Bumble Hole Visitor CentrePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 2. Bumble Hole LakePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 3. Opposite Bumble Hole Visitor CentrePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 4. Boshboil Arm BridgePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 5. Windmill End JunctionPhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 6. Netherton TunnelPhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
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/ 7. Cobb’s Engine HousePhoto: Royal Geographical Society, Royal Geographical Society
A short Discovering Britain walk exploring Windmill End in the Black Country
moderate
Distance 1.3 km
0:20 h
13 m
2 m
150 m
136 m
Bumble Hole Nature Reserve is a tranquil spot in the Black Country town of Netherton, near Dudley. Today birdsong fills the air, people cycle or walk along the paths and you might even see water voles splashing into the canal.
The trees, lakes and grassy slopes are deceptive though. In the 18th and 19th centuries this open space was a noisy and dirty workshop, lined with a heady mix of factories, boatyards, blast furnaces and collieries.
This short walk reveals the hidden stories of these bruising industries. We will search for clues to the area’s past and explore the reserve’s unusual name.
View and print off the route for free at Discovering Britain.
The trees, lakes and grassy slopes are deceptive though. In the 18th and 19th centuries this open space was a noisy and dirty workshop, lined with a heady mix of factories, boatyards, blast furnaces and collieries.
This short walk reveals the hidden stories of these bruising industries. We will search for clues to the area’s past and explore the reserve’s unusual name.
View and print off the route for free at Discovering Britain.
Author
Royal Geographical SocietyUpdate: November 19, 2018
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
150 m
Lowest point
136 m
Start
Coordinates:
OS Grid
SO 95286 88116
DD
52.490941, -2.070842
DMS
52°29'27.4"N 2°04'15.0"W
UTM
30U 563086 5816050
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Note
all notes on protected areas
Coordinates
OS Grid
SO 95286 88116
DD
52.490941, -2.070842
DMS
52°29'27.4"N 2°04'15.0"W
UTM
30U 563086 5816050
w3w
///agree.deny.single
Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
1.3 km
Duration
0:20 h
Ascent
13 m
Descent
2 m
Highest point
150 m
Lowest point
136 m
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Descent
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