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The Oatcake Takeaway Boat – Westport Lake Visitor Centre loop from Hanley

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United Kingdom

England

West Midlands Region

The Oatcake Takeaway Boat – Westport Lake Visitor Centre loop from Hanley

Moderate

5.0

(2)

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The Oatcake Takeaway Boat – Westport Lake Visitor Centre loop from Hanley

04:14

16.2km

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: June 10, 2026

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After 15.2 km for 104 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.26 km

Hanley Park

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Etruria Forge

Highlight • Monument

I am especially fond of this part of the museum as I brought the children along many times when they were small but my fondest memory was when I crafted …

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Oliver Hill Bottle Ovens

Highlight • Historical Site

A beautifully preserved site from 1909.

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Apple Foraging Spot

Highlight • Natural

Just another dropped pin at a good foraging location 😊

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The Oatcake Takeaway Boat

Highlight • Restaurant

It's hit and miss if they are here as they travel a lot but you can follow them on facebook: 'Oatcake Boat Que sara sara'
07716 858692

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9.47 km

Westport Lake Visitor Centre

Highlight • Lake

A convenient lakeside cafe which overlooks the lake and is also directly opposite the children's play area.

There is a balcony where you can enjoy the wildlife as you sip …

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14.1 km

View of the Lake at Central Forest Park

Highlight • Forest

A very lovely park to visit at dusk with a camera. It boasts an impressive play area for children too.

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16.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

1.57 km

1.27 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.66 km

4.04 km

2.67 km

1.02 km

453 m

392 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Sunday 12 July

25°C

12°C

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Comments

February 4, 2022,Tour

Great walk away from most roads. Hanley to Caldon canal through to Westport Lake returning via old railway track and on to Forest Park

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The Oatcake Takeaway Boat – Westport Lake Visitor Centre loop from Hanley

Hanley Park

Etruria Forge

Oliver Hill Bottle Ovens

Apple Foraging Spot

The Oatcake Takeaway Boat

Westport Lake Visitor Centre

View of the Lake at Central Forest Park

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