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Rocester and the Limestone Way

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Overview

This is a circular walk that follows the Limestone Way and includes a visit to the JCB nature reserve near Rocester.

Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
140m / 459ft
Type:
circular

The walk goes through some gently undulating fields that can be prone to seasonal mud, quiet lanes and there is a well-surfaced track around nature reserve.

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. 

 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 10785 39375
Nearest postcode:
ST14 5JU
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Start time:
10:15 am

Parking is in the car park adjacent to the village Hall

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