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East Staffordshire

Ramblers Retreat – Toothill Wood loop from Denstone

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West Midlands Region

East Staffordshire

Ramblers Retreat – Toothill Wood loop from Denstone

Moderate

5.0

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Ramblers Retreat – Toothill Wood loop from Denstone

01:22

18.3km

240m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 214 m for 70 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

245 m

All Saints' Church, Denstone

Highlight • Religious Site

The church was founded by Sir Percival Heywood, who employed George Edward Street to design it. Street was a great architect associated with the “Gothic revival”, ranking alongside Pugin and …

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2

5.34 km

Duck Dip Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

7.66 km

Alton Towers

Highlight • Settlement

What can one say?
An extremely popular theme park with stunning gardens.

There are many spectacular walks around this region without venturing inside the park though 😉

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4

10.4 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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5

12.3 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

12.9 km

Toothill Wood

Highlight • Forest

A small National Trust owned woodland.
Fantastic viewpoint from the top which can be reached on easily followed footpaths although paths can be muddy.
They are quite steep in places so take care and wear good footwear.

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7

16.0 km

Denstone Old Railway

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

8

18.3 km

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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B

18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

4.31 km

159 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

4.31 km

3.41 km

284 m

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