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West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Consall Lime Kilns – Black Lion Pub, Consall Forge loop from Cheddleton

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West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Consall Lime Kilns – Black Lion Pub, Consall Forge loop from Cheddleton

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Consall Lime Kilns – Black Lion Pub, Consall Forge loop from Cheddleton

04:17

15.8km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.32 km

Oakmeadowford Lift Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Oakmeadowford Lift Bridge is a wooden accommodation bridge located in a conservation area on the Caldon Canal at Basford Green.

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3.58 km

Ruins

Ruins

3

4.02 km

Start of Chase Wood Loop, Consall Woods

Highlight • Forest

A fantastic detour from the towpath.

A very clear single track that loops back to Caldon Canal.

It's definitely worth the extra mile!

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4

4.43 km

Consall Lime Kilns

Highlight • Monument

A pretty little stretch of the canal nestled between woods on either side.

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5

4.58 km

Black Lion Pub, Consall Forge

Highlight • Pub

A very happily situated pub near to the lime kilns.

Inside it has an open log fire (always a plus!).

We didn't try the food but when we finally got …

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5.05 km

Dale Sprink

Forest

7

5.45 km

Podmore Bridge (London Works Bridge, 50B)

Highlight • Bridge

The timber walkway beneath was replaced last year too.

It has been done to a fantastic standard.

It is heartening to see these glorious canals maintained so well for the current and future enjoyment of hikers and bikers.

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8

6.06 km

Lawn Pool

Highlight • Lake

If you are inclined to torment innocent fish going about their business, day tickets can be purchased from the visitor centre.

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9

6.39 km

Heron Pool

Highlight • Lake

Just below the Visitor Centre. It seems popular with fishermen as well as the reputed herons.

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10

6.66 km

RSPB Consall Woods Nature Reserve

Highlight • Rest Area

A very spacious car park with a visitor centre and immediate access to many trails.

Bring a backpack and lunch and spend the day here.

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B

15.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.52 km

2.66 km

2.59 km

2.26 km

2.13 km

679 m

Surfaces

5.74 km

2.80 km

2.46 km

2.43 km

1.77 km

644 m

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