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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.

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

Starting from Shobnall Leisure Centre Centre we cross the footbridge over the A38 and head up a steep hill up to the reservoir. After that, it’s an easy walk along field and woodland paths, tracks and quiet roads to Anslow village and back. Weather permitting there are extensive views over Burton and the Trent and Dove Valleys. Expect a few stiles and some mud.

Friday, 16 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.5km / 5.9mi
Ascent:
100m / 328ft
Type:
circular

Park near to the tennis courts and skate park if possible.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 23156 23692
Nearest postcode:
DE14 1QD
what3words:
gently.tender.flies
Start time:
10:00 am

Shobnall Leisure Centre 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