Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Parking

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432 m

Burma Star Memorial Copse

The memorial at the junction of Marquis Drive and the entrance to the former RAF Camp, RAF Hednesford. This is very close to the Cannock Chase Visitors Centre. The placed …

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3.74 km

The Butts Trig Point

Surely worth a trip to the trig point for the name alone. Some nice views around the area, plenty of heather out at this time of year.

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5.39 km

Disused Quarry Pond and Rusted Car, Cannock Chase

This disused quarry, just south-east of the still active Cemex Quarry, makes for interesting topography. There is also the rusted remains of an old GM car.

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8.08 km

Fairoak Pools

Just beautiful to watch the sunshine on the water. To sit in peace in the sunshine and take it all in.

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9.40 km

RAF Hednesford Memorial

Primarily served as a training facility during and after World War II. Closed in 1959, the base is no longer operational and has since been repurposed for civilian use.

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10.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.40 km

1.94 km

1.38 km

319 m

165 m

136 m

Surfaces

5.34 km

1.92 km

1.77 km

1.29 km

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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The Butts and RAF Hednesford loop – Cannock Chase

Burma Star Memorial Copse

The Butts Trig Point

Disused Quarry Pond and Rusted Car, Cannock Chase

Fairoak Pools

RAF Hednesford Memorial

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