Stone Rural, a region in Staffordshire, England, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. This area is characterized by tranquil waterways like the Trent and Mersey Canal, peaceful woodlands, and open heathland, with parts bordering the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Stone Rural provides a range of outdoor activities for all levels. The region features more…
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9
hikers
12.8km
03:16
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.04km
01:24
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.55km
01:49
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.0km
03:10
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100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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108
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.5km
02:40
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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45.8km
02:44
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380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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102
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40.7km
01:48
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.1km
02:23
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.0km
02:23
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480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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64.7km
03:03
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300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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46
runners
7.95km
00:53
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:58
50m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.5km
03:20
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26.8km
01:54
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.7km
02:01
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.9km
01:40
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59.7km
03:35
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.1km
02:26
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.9km
00:57
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.7km
02:15
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Stone Rural offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 16 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests.
Stone Rural is an area located within Staffordshire, England, surrounding the market town of Stone. It is situated near the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and features the historic Trent and Mersey Canal.
Yes, Stone Rural provides numerous trails suitable for hiking. Popular areas include the tranquil towpaths of the Trent and Mersey Canal, the woodlands and heath of Downs Banks, and the species-rich Stone Meadows. More options can be found in the Hiking around Stone Rural guide.
Stone Rural offers a network of cycle paths and quiet rural roads suitable for both Road cycling and Touring cycling. Routes often utilize transformed old railway lines or follow the Trent and Mersey Canal. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Stone Rural and Cycling around Stone Rural guides.
Yes, Stone Rural provides easy and beginner-friendly options, particularly along the Trent and Mersey Canal towpaths and within Stone Meadows. These routes are generally flat and accessible for casual walks or rides. The Easy hikes around Stone Rural guide offers specific recommendations.
Stone Rural features several family-friendly walks, often found along the canal or in local nature reserves like Stone Meadows. These routes typically have gentle terrain suitable for all ages. A dedicated Family-friendly hikes around Stone Rural guide is available.
Many trails in Stone Rural are dog-friendly, particularly those along the Trent and Mersey Canal and in designated public access areas. It is advisable to keep dogs on a lead in nature reserves or near livestock. Consult the Dog-friendly hikes around Stone Rural guide for specific routes.
The region is characterized by the historic Trent and Mersey Canal, species-rich floodplain meadows like Stone Meadows, and peaceful woodlands. It also benefits from its proximity to the heathland and ancient woodlands of the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Komoot offers several guides for Stone Rural, covering various activities and interests. These include guides for Hiking, Running, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
Stone Rural is a popular destination for outdoor activities, with more than 35,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, Stone Rural offers routes specifically suited for jogging. The tranquil towpaths of the Trent and Mersey Canal are popular for their flat terrain and scenic views. The Running Trails around Stone Rural guide provides detailed options.
Gravel biking opportunities exist in Stone Rural, utilizing a mix of quiet rural roads, canal towpaths, and suitable off-road tracks. These routes offer a blend of surfaces for gravel enthusiasts. The Gravel biking around Stone Rural guide details specific routes.
For local information pertaining to Stone Rural, resources are available from the Stone Town Council and Stafford Borough Council. These bodies provide details on local services and amenities relevant to the area.

