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Essex Bridge – Blithfield Reservoir Causeway loop from Great Haywood

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Essex Bridge – Blithfield Reservoir Causeway loop from Great Haywood

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Essex Bridge – Blithfield Reservoir Causeway loop from Great Haywood

03:05

51.5km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

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Cannock Chase National Landscape

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480 m

Essex Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Essex Bridge is historically significant, dating back to the early 17th century. It was built between 1550 and 1554, making it one of the oldest surviving stone bridges in England. …

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5.28 km

River Trent

Lake

25.7 km

Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross

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Sometimes described as the most beautiful modern church in England, this magnificent sandstone building, with an embattled central tower, dates back to the 1870s and was the inspiration of Emily …

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31.8 km

The Old Mill Café

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Seating area is outdoors or in covered ‘sheds’ as in photos…bring an extra layer! Cakes are off the charts!!! Bring tupperware to take an extra slice home!

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34.8 km

Blithfield Reservoir Causeway

Highlight • Bridge

Good path to walk across the reservoir

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35.5 km

Blithfield Reservoir Causeway

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Blithfield reservoir was built in 1953 to supply drinking water to the surrounding area.
The reservoir and surrounding woodland have been designated as a a SSSI due to the important …

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48.6 km

Steep Uphill Singletrack in Cannock Chase National Landscape

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This is an awfully steep hill and a total nightmare if it's muddy. Recommended, for those who like a challenge.

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51.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.7 km

20.1 km

3.61 km

839 m

804 m

450 m

125 m

Surfaces

41.9 km

9.04 km

509 m

179 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Essex Bridge – Blithfield Reservoir Causeway loop from Great Haywood

Essex Bridge

Church of the Holy Angels, Hoar Cross

The Old Mill Café

Blithfield Reservoir Causeway

Blithfield Reservoir Causeway

Steep Uphill Singletrack in Cannock Chase National Landscape

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