Amazingly it’s been five years since three friends in Stirchley decided to start a walking-art collective. Walkspace has come a long way since then but to mark this anniversary we’ve decided to return to our roots by reimagining one of the first public walks we ever did. We hope you can join us on 14th March to renew the magic for another 5 years.
Full Moon Walking took place on 8th March 2020 and was described as a “bewitching – if slightly scary – group walk around the lunar-charged waterways of Stirchley and Lifford.” It was a spirited combination of local history, folklore and magic, with contributions from each of the early members. Our experiments in collective walking were soon to be cut short by the pandemic but the overwhelming response to that early walk convinced us to hang in there and weather the storm.
This time around we shall be walking the same route but with fresh ideas, 5 years of walk-leading experience, and with invaluable input from newer members. Join us on the night of the full moon, Friday 14th March, 7pm at Fordhouse Lane at the pedestrian crossing by the River Rea bridge, Stirchley. To book your place please email: walkspace.uk@gmail.com
This water-themed walkabout is a circular route along riverside paths, woodland trails, reservoirs and canals. It features uneven surfaces, slippery bits, tunnels and steps. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for a nighttime winter walk and please bring a torch. This event is for adults only.
The walk will last 1.5 – 2 hours, finishing up back at the starting point, from which there will be the option to retire to a pub. The power of the full moon is unaffected by the weather so we shall not be deterred by clouds or showers. In the event of truly unpleasant weather however you shall be notified by email of any changes or cancellation.
You can relive those early days of Walkspace with this short film by Andy which opens with an account of the original full moon walk.
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