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East Staffordshire Group

We are the East Staffordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in the East Staffordshire area to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A circular walk from the quaint village of Doveridge towards Waldley, crossing the Suspension bridge and a stop at the Dove River Bridge and Weir.  Meet up and Parking will be at the Cavendish Arms Pub, who have kindly allowed us to park and start there, and are open for lunch and refreshments on our return. 

 

Friday, 29 August 2025
Start time:
10:01 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
120.4m / 395ft
Type:
circular

The last mile of the walk is a little uneven with a few stiles, but there is a short cut option along the road for those who would prefer to keep the distance to 5 miles, and this takes you directly back to Doveridge and the Pub car park

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 11718 34358
Nearest postcode:
DE6 5LW
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Start time:
10:01 am

Cavendish Arms Pub Car Park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking