Froghall to Oakamoor Circular Walk
Staffordshire
Often called Staffordshire's little Switzerland, this 12.4 km circular in the Churnet Valley strings together Cotton Dell, Froghall Wharf and the woods of Hawksmoor and Dimmingsdale. It is very dog friendly with plenty of river access and shaded paths for hot days.
Expect a steady climb out of Oakamoor through Cotton Dell, a dip down to Froghall Wharf and a long undulating return through woodland above the river. Dogs can be off lead on most of the woodland sections, with a few larger gates that smaller dogs may need lifting over, and watch for occasional livestock on the upper farm tracks. The Oakamoor Picnic Site car park is free with toilets on site.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 12.4 km (7.7 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3 hr 45 min
- Walk Type
- Woodland, River, Historic
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- Moderate
- Livestock Risk
- Low
- Facilities
- Toilets and picnic tables at Oakamoor, seasonal tea room at Froghall Wharf, plus pubs in Oakamoor village.
- Parking
- Free car park at Oakamoor Picnic Site with toilets, plus a small alternative at Hawksmoor nature reserve.
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