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Leek to Rushton Spencer Green Way

Leek
Staffordshire
ST13 5HH
Leek to Rushton Spencer Green Way

About

The Leek to Rushton Spencer Greenway is a pleasant 5.3 mile route from the Westwood area in Leek to the Knot Inn at Rushton Spencer, following the former railway line, it is also part of the Staffordshire Way.

On the way you will cross the River Churnet, pass close to the canal feeder which takes water from Rudyard Lake to the Caldon Canal and then past the station and engine sheds belonging to Rudyard Lake Steam Railway.

The nearest public car park in Leek is West Street:https://www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk/article/837/West-Street

At Rudyard Lake you can take a break at Hotel Rudyard or at the Cafe. 

At Rushton Spencer The Knot Inn offers refreshments, meals and a children’s play area. 

 

Map & Directions

Road Directions

By Road: From North West: Exit M6 jct 16. A500 towards Stoke. A53 to Leek. From North East: Exit M1 jct 28. A38 towards Derby. A52 to Ashbourne. A52 / A523 to Leek. From South West: Exit M6 jct 14. A34 to Stone. A520 to Leek. From South East: Exit M1 jct 23A. A50 towards Uttoxeter / Stoke. A520 to Leek.  

Public Transport Directions

Nearest railway stations: Stoke-on-Trent (12 miles), Macclesfield (13 miles), Buxton (13 miles). Frequent connecting bus services available from Stoke, regular connecting bus services available from Macclesfield & Buxton.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets

Booking & Payment Details

  • Cash Point

Children

  • Baby changing facilities

Groups

  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for corporate hospitality

Parking

  • Parking with charge

Property Facilities

  • Postbox
  • Public toilets
  • Telephone (public)

Routes

  • Accessibility of route - no car park at the end of the route

Target Markets

  • Coach parties accepted

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