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Denstone

The Chained Oak – The Lord's Bridge loop from Denstone

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United Kingdom
England
West Midlands Region
Staffordshire
East Staffordshire
Denstone

The Chained Oak – The Lord's Bridge loop from Denstone

Hard

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The Chained Oak – The Lord's Bridge loop from Denstone

07:29

27.3km

430m

Hiking

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

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

117 m

End of the Churnet Valley Cycleway in Denstone

Highlight • Settlement

Be sure to check the information boards and look around Denstone village whilst here.

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2.37 km

Crump Wood

Forest

3

5.80 km

The Chained Oak

Highlight • Natural

"On an autumn night, the Earl of Shrewsbury was returning to his home at Alton Towers when an old woman suddenly appeared in the road ahead of his horse and …

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4

6.18 km

The Lord's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A listed early 19th century bridge of ashlar construction. the bridge has a single arch over the river and two smaller arches either side.

Probably built for the Earls of …

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5

6.36 km

Ramblers Retreat

Highlight • Historical Site

Superb location for many walks. The food is all locally sourced where possible too.

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6

6.94 km

Reproduction Cast Iron Milepost

Highlight • Historical Site

A very welcome waymark along the hike. One of many useful mileposts identically cast as the 1800 ones which are still to be found along the Trent & Mersey Canal.

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7

8.38 km

The Gatekeeper's House, Oakamoor

Highlight • Historical Site

Can be boiled first for human consumption but perfect for dogs as my Cookie can vouch for.

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8

8.84 km

Oakamoor Weir and Sluice Gates

Highlight • Monument

The weir and sluice gates were built in the 18th century to power strip mills owned by Thomas Patten.

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9

9.25 km

Cotton Brook

Highlight • Forest

Take the path following the course of the Cotton Brook, which flows through the heart of the reserve, and you will find a wonderful diverse range of habitats from steep …

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B

27.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.6 km

6.00 km

3.49 km

1.18 km

1.03 km

Surfaces

12.8 km

4.76 km

4.51 km

2.31 km

1.99 km

929 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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9°C

70 %

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