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West Midlands Region

South Staffordshire

Acton Trussell And Bednall

Essex Bridge – Bridge Over Two Waters Way loop from Walton High School

Bike touring routes & trails

West Midlands Region

South Staffordshire

Acton Trussell And Bednall

Essex Bridge – Bridge Over Two Waters Way loop from Walton High School

Easy

5.0

(1)

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Essex Bridge – Bridge Over Two Waters Way loop from Walton High School

01:06

16.7km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 5.34 km for 103 m

Customers only

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

688 m

Quiet Country Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Enjoy that flow!

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2

2.27 km

Private Farm Entrance in Cannock Chase National Landscape

Highlight • Structure

3

3.35 km

Essex Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Bridleway from Essex Bridge then an estate road to Milford. This is suitable for road bikes. The speed limit is 20mph. If you are riding towards Milford just be mindful that you are riding into traffic. The estate roads are in good condition and there is enough room to pass oncoming cars.

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4

6.63 km

Essex Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Essex Bridge is historically significant, dating back to the early 17th century. It was built between 1550 and 1554, making it one of the oldest surviving stone bridges in England. The bridge is situated in a tranquil and scenic setting, surrounded by lush greenery and the natural beauty of the River Trent. It provides a charming view of the river and its surroundings.

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5

7.36 km

Canalside Farm, Shop & Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe very good when open, currently has an outside coffee stall during COVID measures. Can get very busy though

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6

11.2 km

Rapeseed Field

Highlight • Structure

Great downhill slopes around here

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7

13.4 km

Bridge Over Two Waters Way

Highlight • Cycleway

B

16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.78 km

4.38 km

2.45 km

1.83 km

737 m

398 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.69 km

2.75 km

2.36 km

1.36 km

458 m

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Sunday 19 July

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