Melbourne Meander

East Staffordshire Group

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Overview

An easier moderate walk starting in Melbourne village and taking in Staunton Harold Reservoir (if there's any water left in it), Calke Abbey, and walking towards the village of Wilson before turning back towards Melbourne for ice cream, tea, a pint (or all three).

Saturday, 30 August 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Walking along paths, tracks and fields with a little road walking.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 38899 25001
Nearest postcode:: DE73 8JH
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Car parking near the church - if full, road side parking and meet at the church

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