Mapleton, Thorpe, Fenny Bentley

East Staffordshire Group

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Overview

A fairly easy, varied walk taking in 3 villages. Some undulating countryside, some woodland, a short stretch of the Tissington Trail, and Dovedale stepping stones.

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.3km / 8.9mi
Ascent:: 274.3m / 900ft
Type:: circular

Starting at the Okeover Arms in Mapleton. We may park on the pub car park but are asked to buy a drink when we return. Real ale and coffee and cake available.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 16528 47845
Nearest postcode:: DE6 2AB
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Okeover Arms, Mapleton

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