From the atmospheric ridges of The Roaches to the gorgeous heathlands and woodlands of Cannock Chase, here are a few of our favourite walks in Staffordshire <\/p>

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Stepping stones in the river Wye beside a limestone cliff. A popular walk near Buxton in the Peak District National Park\/Credit: Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>
Walks in Staffordshire<\/h2>
Three Shires Head<\/h3>
6.2 miles\/10km | 4 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>
$\"Three$ The Packhorse Bridge at the River Dane at Three Shires Head\/Credit: Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure>
In England there are an astonishing 68 county tripoints, but perhaps none as lovely as Three Shires Head where Staffordshire, Derbyshire<\/a> and Cheshire<\/a> converge in an isolated Peak District<\/a> valley. <\/p>
Here, two bridges span the meeting of waters, a duo of waterfalls cascading over rocks to gather in mountain-cold plunge pools. Hikers, photographers and wild swimmers are all drawn to this beauty spot, so it\u2019s best to come early in the day. Enjoy an invigorating swim, a hot drink and the first rays of the summer sun before continuing on your figure-of-eight hike. <\/p>
In the nesting season, the plaintive cries of curlew are a constant soundtrack above the upland streams, while the surrounding moorlands are splashed with purple heather towards summer\u2019s end<\/p>
Three Shires Head walking route and map<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
Lud’s Church and The Roaches<\/h3>
5.8 miles\/9.3km | 4 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>
$\"Atmospheric$ Walk the great Roaches ridgeline\/Credit: Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Late summer is a wonderful time of year to walk The Roaches ridgeline as it flushes purple with flowering heather.<\/p>
But with such striking scenery and the opportunity for numerous wildlife encounters, this Peak District<\/a> gem is well worth the visit no matter what the season. Experience the hills in all their glory on a six-mile circular walk.<\/p>
The Roaches walking route and map<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
Cannock Chase<\/h3>
6.5 miles\/10.5km | 4 hours | moderate <\/em><\/p>
$\"Path$ Cannock Chase is mainland England\u2019s smallest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty\/Credit: Simon Whaley<\/figcaption><\/figure>
At 26-square miles, Cannock Chase is mainland England\u2019s smallest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This former medieval royal hunting forest includes ancient woodland, conifer<\/a> plantations, and open heathland, supporting endangered species such as nightjar<\/a> and woodcock. This 6.5-mile walk explores all of these habitats and their wildlife.<\/p>
Cannock Chase walking route and map<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
Dimmings Dale<\/h3>
6.2km\/3.8 miles | 2 hours | easy\/moderate<\/em><\/p>
$\"Dimmingsdale,$ Dimmings Dale on an early autumn\u2019s day in Staffordshire\/Credit: Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Magnificent woods clothe the banks of the River Churnet and its canyon-like valley in North Staffordshire.<\/p>
Between Leek and the picturesque little town of Alton, the watercourse wriggles its way through this secluded, arboreal landscape. It surges through the occasional village amid a beguiling countryside brimming with heritage, far from that madding crowd. <\/p>
At Dimmingsdale (Dimmings Dale) near Alton, set between woodland-fringed ponds and nearby Lord\u2019s Bridge across the Churnet, stands the Ramblers\u2019 Retreat<\/a> tearoom, a long-established favourite with walkers and cyclists. It\u2019s an architectural flight-of-fancy that was formerly a towered lodge house on the vast Alton Abbey Estate owned by the Earls of Shrewsbury. A trace of the old Abbey, later renamed Alton Towers, is now at the heart of the famous theme park.<\/p>
Dimmings Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
Ilam and Dove Dale<\/h3>
5 miles\/8.2km | 3 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>
$\"Heavily$ Explore the beautiful landscape of deep green woodland on steep hillsides on the border of Derbyshire and Staffordshire\/Credit: Getty<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Explore Dove Dale and its surrounding countryside with a three-hour walk, starting at the pretty village of Ilam. One of the highlights is The Church of the Holy Cross, with its curious crown-shaped annex. Inside, find Bertram\u2019s shrine: King of Mercia turned hermit, who dedicated his life to God after his Irish princess and baby were mauled to death by wolves.<\/p>
Ilam and Dove Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/li><\/ul> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Walks in Staffordshire<\/h2>

Three Shires Head<\/h3>6.2 miles\/10km | 4 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>

Lud’s Church and The Roaches<\/h3>5.8 miles\/9.3km | 4 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>

Cannock Chase<\/h3>6.5 miles\/10.5km | 4 hours | moderate <\/em><\/p>

Dimmings Dale<\/h3>6.2km\/3.8 miles | 2 hours | easy\/moderate<\/em><\/p>

Ilam and Dove Dale<\/h3>5 miles\/8.2km | 3 hours | moderate<\/em><\/p>