Staffordshire Way (Mow Cop-Rushton Spencer)

Staffordshire Way, part north - Rushton Spencer

Covering 14.0 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 3 hours and 7 minutes.

This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.

As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.