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Staffordshire Moorlands

Alton

Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

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Staffordshire Moorlands

Alton

Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

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Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

01:20

4.83km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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399 m

Alton Lock-Up

Highlight • Other

2.22 km

Ramblers Retreat

Highlight • Historical Site

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

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2.40 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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2.51 km

Scenic Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

3.43 km

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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3.71 km

Alton Bridge Hotel

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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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4.16 km

St John's Church and Former Hospital, Alton

Highlight • Historical Site

This was commissioned to be built by the 16th Earl of Shrewsbury, owner of Alton Castle. Its intended design was of a medieval hospital, a guildhall and presbytery.

In fact, …

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4.19 km

St Peter's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

The interior is exquisite and the clock chimes faithfully at each hour.

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4.83 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.33 km

1.74 km

360 m

251 m

148 m

Surfaces

1.40 km

1.35 km

857 m

483 m

395 m

207 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Ramblers Retreat – The Lord's Bridge loop from Alton Towers Resort

Alton Lock-Up

Ramblers Retreat

The Lord's Bridge

Scenic Walk

Alton Railway Station (Churnet Valley Line)

Alton Bridge Hotel

St John's Church and Former Hospital, Alton

St Peter's Church

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