The woodlands, now belonging to Chained Oak Farm were formally owned by Alton Towers, the former seat of the Earl of Shrewsbury.

The track through the wood is called Barbary Gutter. This was used by the Earl as a private road to Saint Giles Church. Both the church and Alton Towers were designed by Pugin.

This track passes the “Chained Oak” tree, the very tree the Earl became obsessed with in 1830.

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1. Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton

15.5km

04:16

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Oakamoor Weir and Sluice Gates – The Lord's Bridge loop from Oakamoor

15.7km

04:05

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Chained Oak – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

6.03km

01:37

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Farley, Staffordshire Moorlands, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

The Lord's Bridge

Toothill Wood

Dimmingsdale Mill Pond

Alton Castle

Earl's Road Gravel Track

View of Wootton Lodge

Farmyard Fairy Sculptures

Oakamoor Limekilns

The Chained Oak

Helly's Tea Room

Ramblers Retreat Café

Wire Fairy and Dandelion Sculpture

Barbary Gutter Woodland Path

1. Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton

2. Oakamoor Weir and Sluice Gates – The Lord's Bridge loop from Oakamoor

3. The Chained Oak – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

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