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Origins of Middle-Earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and Sarehole Guided walk

Sarehole Mill Selected Sundays

About Origins of Middle-Earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and Sarehole Guided walk

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Join a guided walk introducing the scenery that inspired J.R.R Tolkien when he lived near Sarehole Mill as a child.

The tour begins at the Mill and takes us to Moseley Bog, passing Tolkien’s childhood home. The route is around 2 miles in length, involves steps and a boardwalk that could be slippery when wet. Good walking shoes are recommended.

This route is not accessible to wheelchair users or pushchairs. Please arrive in good time as the walk will start on time.

The walk will last approx. one hour.

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