Staffordshire Walks

Wetton Mill Walks & Route Maps

Wetton Mill walk, Staffordshire
Wetton Mill · Photo: Peter McDermott

Nestled in the beautiful Manifold Valley, these walks from Wetton Mill offer a fantastic mix of limestone scenery, peaceful valleys and dramatic hilltop views.

The walks range from a shorter, less strenuous loop around the hills to longer and more demanding adventures that explore Wetton village, follow the Manifold Track and visit the impressive Thor’s Cave.

If you’re feeling energetic, you can even tackle the steep climb over Wetton Hill itself and enjoy magnificent panoramic views as your reward.

With a welcoming café at the mill and a cosy village pub along the way, these walks make for a perfect day out in the Staffordshire countryside.

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Walk information

Wetton Mill Walk 1

Walk distance
2½ miles
Time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This first route option from Wetton Mill is a short walk around the lovely hilly landscapes to the north of Wetton.

This one mainly walks around the outside of the hills and through the valleys rather than right over the top of them, so it's not as strenuous as the other options. That said, it's still a hilly area, so some energy will be required for this walk.

There is a nice cafe at the start of the walk and a little detour to visit the Nan Tor cave.

Wetton Mill Walk 1 5.0 Ratings and reviews 1 rating · 1 review

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Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly3.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities4.0 / 5
Pub or café5.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesA stile or two
Mud levelDry underfoot

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Walker review

Excellent short walk. Lovely cafe.

Walk information

Wetton Mill Walk 2

Walk distance
4 miles
Time
2 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route is a long, varied and somewhat more strenuous walk that fully explores the wonderful landscapes around Wetton Hill.

If you head clockwise, this route walks out into the open valley and around the base of Wetton Hill until it takes you into the pretty village of Wetton where you'll find a wonderful pub for refreshments.

After that, you'll head out of the village and follow the pretty Thor's Lane on an adventure to the dramatic Thor's Cave. Please be careful around here as there are some dangerous drops to be aware of.

Finally, the walk then takes you back to the start via the Manifold Track and there is a welcoming cafe there for any post walk refreshments.

Wetton Mill Walk 2 4.0 Ratings and reviews 1 rating · 1 review

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Community feedback

Overall rating4.0

A very popular walk

Dog friendly5.0 / 5
Path condition5.0 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities4.0 / 5
Pub or café1.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA stile or two
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Walker review

Mostly flat walk. Would recommend doing it clockwise to avoid the steep ascent to Thors cave. Free public toilets at Wetton car park - about 15 minute walk from Thors cave

Walk information

Wetton Mill Walk 3

Walk distance
4¾ miles
Time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This final route option is basically a turbo-charged version of the second route.

It still enjoys the Manifold Track, Thor's Cave, the pub in Wetton and lots of generally wonderful scenery, but instead of walking around the base of Wetton Hill, it climbs right over the top of it.

This climb is very steep, so please be careful and make sure you have the correct clothing for the trip. It truly is a strenuous adventure, but you will of course be rewarded with some magnificent panoramic views for your efforts.

Wetton Mill Walk 3 5.0 Ratings and reviews 2 ratings · 1 review

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Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly3.5 / 5
Path condition1.5 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.0 / 5
Pub or café3.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingPlenty of climbing
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Walker review

Very good walk for a 4.8 mile...The up hill will get your heart rate up ...Take a good windproof coat for the top of the hill...

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Expanded route map for Wetton Mill Walk 1, a 2.5 mile circular walk in Staffordshire