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Mid Staffordshire Group

We are the Mid Staffordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

An undulating walk through the forest and in open country on established paths with height gained on some occasionally unexposed steep sections though mostly gradual ascents. A scramble over good ground of rocky boulders to top of Shutlingsloe.

Sunday, 17 August 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
609.6m / 2000ft
Type:
circular

In good conditions walkers can expect expansive views when astride Cheshire's own Matterhorn and from other view points en route. You will encounter a few stiles though not many tree roots as forest paths are well established. Bring food and sufficient liquids for the journey.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 96135 71167
Nearest postcode:
SK11 0NS
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Start time:
9:30 am

Park on road at Trentabank Reservoir near to official 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