This may not immediately appeal but read on! We will meet Al, our tour leader at Aston Station which is a 7 minute journey on the train from New Street station:

“Explore the startling spaces beneath the epic structure of Spaghetti Junction on this unusual walk.

Under Spaghetti tour takes you to a startling and unique space few people seek out - underneath the Gravelly Hill Interchange aka Spaghetti Junction. Famous (and infamous) across the UK, it’s one of the best known landmarks in the city. Its tangle of roads can strike fear into wary drivers and it often holds a dark place in the psyche of the city, but is this a misunderstood beast? Thundering high above our walking route are the roads of one of the UK's most complex pieces of road infrastructure. Below is an exhilarating space of canals, rivers, a park, a lake, towpaths, wildlife and street art. It may not be conventionally pretty, but this gritty, urban underworld has a unique atmosphere which you have to experience to appreciate. A must for photographers. Old canal architecture is strikingly juxtaposed with modern road infrastructure, much of it covered in street art. It truly feels like entering another world. Sometimes described as dystopian, the spaces created have provided the backdrop for art exhibitions, dance events and films.The tour explores the legacy of this extraordinary monument, now over 50 years old, the story of its construction, how it shattered communities and inspired others.The tour is around 2 miles and lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 mins.

There are steps and slopes and some surfaces may be uneven and slippery. It is suitable for those of average fitness who can manage a 2 mile walk without the opportunity to sit down. There are no toilet facilities. Sensible footwear is required.

The tour is delivered in partnership with the Canal & River Trust.

We can get a train in to Moor Street station then walk to New Street station which is a 5 minute walk to catch the train to Aston station.

The cost for this tour is £10 and I will message you my bank details when you rsvp. I now have a new bank account for meetup events so please don’t use the account details I have previously given.

I will put train times on the event closer to the time.

I willl suggested somewhere for a drink/to eat after the tour for those that are interested rested when I have identified a good place probably in Birmingham city centre.

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The organiser cannot be held responsible for the welfare, safety or access needs of any member who participates in this event. Every member is responsible for their own safety. Members attend this event at their own risk. No dogs or under 18s.

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