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The Lord's Bridge – Ramblers Retreat loop from Alton

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Staffordshire Moorlands

Alton

The Lord's Bridge – Ramblers Retreat loop from Alton

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The Lord's Bridge – Ramblers Retreat loop from Alton

02:04

7.58km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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769 m

Alton Railway Station (Churnet Valley Line)

Highlight • Structure

Sadly this is now privately owned but it is so good to see it has been well preserved.

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1.71 km

The Lord's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A listed early 19th century bridge of ashlar construction. the bridge has a single arch over the river and two smaller arches either side.

Probably built for the Earls of …

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2.12 km

Reproduction Cast Iron Milepost

Highlight • Historical Site

A very welcome waymark along the hike. One of many useful mileposts identically cast as the 1800 ones which are still to be found along the Trent & Mersey Canal.

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3.56 km

The Gatekeeper's House, Oakamoor

Highlight • Historical Site

Can be boiled first for human consumption but perfect for dogs as my Cookie can vouch for.

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3.67 km

Oakamoor Heritage Trail Picnic Site & Car Park

Highlight • Trail

Fantastic parking area for visiting Oakamoor. Clean toilet facilities too!

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5.78 km

Ramblers Retreat

Highlight • Historical Site

Superb location for many walks. The food is all locally sourced where possible too.

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6.43 km

A small National Trust owned woodland.
Fantastic viewpoint from the top which can be reached on easily followed footpaths although paths can be muddy.
They are quite steep in places so take care and wear good footwear.

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7.08 km

Alton Bridge Hotel

Highlight • Restaurant

This has lots of outdoor tables under cover in a beautiful location.

Dogs are so welcome that the management leave doggie snack biscuits in a sweetie jar at the bar. …

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7.58 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.88 km

3.10 km

461 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.92 km

2.83 km

716 m

593 m

392 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 10 July

28°C

14°C

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The Lord's Bridge – Ramblers Retreat loop from Alton

Alton Railway Station (Churnet Valley Line)

The Lord's Bridge

Reproduction Cast Iron Milepost

The Gatekeeper's House, Oakamoor

Oakamoor Heritage Trail Picnic Site & Car Park

Ramblers Retreat

Toothill Wood

Alton Bridge Hotel

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