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Overview

We skirt around the west path of Tittesworth Reservoir to pick up the Staffs Morland path through North Hillswood, then Black Hills Wood to road. Down road, then field paths to and over Gunn Hill. More field paths  back to Meerbrook through Old Hag and Thorneyleigh Hall farm.

Will be muddy in places, with a couple of awkward stiles. Winter conditions apply.

Thursday, 29 January 2026
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 98899 60701
Nearest postcode:
ST13 8SJ
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Start time:
10:15 am

Roadside parking around the corner from the Lazy Trout pub.

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