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Forest of Light Sculpture – Keele University Pools loop from Newcastle-under-Lyme

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Forest of Light Sculpture – Keele University Pools loop from Newcastle-under-Lyme

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Forest of Light Sculpture – Keele University Pools loop from Newcastle-under-Lyme

01:09

4.31km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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108 m

Keele Chapel

Highlight • Other

Although it was built as recently as 1964/5, it is now listed as a Grade II building!

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118 m

Forest of Light Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

This has many uplights at its base so I would love to see it live up to its name after dark.

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486 m

Keele Hall and Commemorative Fountain

Highlight • Monument

Keele Hall is a stunning stately mansion set in stunning grounds with grand vistas out over 604 acres of lovely landscaped grounds. It is part of the Keele University campus, and it is Staffordshire’s leading academic venue.

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750 m

Keele University Pools

Highlight • Lake

You can fish here.

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909 m

Tree Swing by the Pond

Highlight • Viewpoint

Usually a tree swing comprises either a big knotted rope or a tyre if you are lucky.

I do like to see a proper seated swing. It was a decent width which ought to accommodate most bottoms 😁

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1.37 km

Brook Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A pretty place to sit amongst the trees and hear the rushing water.

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1.86 km

Druids Grove Yew Trees

Highlight • Forest

There must be around 12 to 14 yew trees grown together in this spot.

I do particularly like this tree for its gnarly roots and unusual trunk. They age in the most spectacular way.

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2.37 km

Old Water Wheel and Tunnel Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

don't go in rooth looks unsafe

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4.31 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.64 km

469 m

187 m

Surfaces

2.15 km

1.65 km

342 m

117 m

Elevation

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Thursday 21 May

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Forest of Light Sculpture – Keele University Pools loop from Newcastle-under-Lyme

Keele Chapel

Forest of Light Sculpture

Keele Hall and Commemorative Fountain

Keele University Pools

Tree Swing by the Pond

Brook Waterfall

Druids Grove Yew Trees

Old Water Wheel and Tunnel Entrance

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