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West Midlands Region

Staffordshire

Staffordshire Moorlands

Waterhouses

Thor's Cave – Concession Path to Thor's Cave loop from Waterhouses

Routes

Hiking trails & Routes

West Midlands Region

Staffordshire

Staffordshire Moorlands

Waterhouses

Thor's Cave – Concession Path to Thor's Cave loop from Waterhouses

Hard

5.0

(5)

hikers

Thor's Cave – Concession Path to Thor's Cave loop from Waterhouses

05:18

19.6km

260m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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After 748 m for 164 m

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After 1.19 km for 164 m

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