Churnet Valley Cycle Path – Ramblers Retreat loop from Denstone

Churnet Valley Cycle Path – Ramblers Retreat loop from Denstone

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Churnet Valley Cycle Path – Ramblers Retreat loop from Denstone

00:53

15.8km

80m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 5.82 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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159 m

Churnet Valley Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Follows the path of the old railway and Uttoxeter canel, can continue upto Oakmore where there is a large carpark

Tip by

5.62 km

Ramblers Retreat Café

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little cafe that's popular with cyclists, situated on a quiet lane in the heart of Dimmingsdale.

Tip by

5.65 km

Ramblers Retreat

Highlight • Historical Site

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

Tip by

8.12 km

Oakamoor Village Hall

Highlight • Rest Area

This is the Village Clock installed on the hall to commemorate the Queen's Golden Jubilee.

Be sure to look UP to see the fairy on the rooftop.

Tip by

8.68 km

The Gatekeeper's House, Oakamoor

Highlight • Historical Site

Can be boiled first for human consumption but perfect for dogs as my Cookie can vouch for.

Tip by

13.8 km

Denstone Old Railway

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

15.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.44 km

5.45 km

545 m

336 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.7 km

721 m

287 m

147 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 7 October

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Churnet Valley Cycle Path – Ramblers Retreat loop from Denstone

Churnet Valley Cycle Path

Ramblers Retreat Café

Ramblers Retreat

Oakamoor Village Hall

The Gatekeeper's House, Oakamoor

Denstone Old Railway

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