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United Kingdom
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West Midlands Region
Staffordshire
South Staffordshire
Wombourne

Abbots Castle Hill – Bratch Locks loop from Wombourne

Moderate

5.0

(1)

16

hikers

Abbots Castle Hill – Bratch Locks loop from Wombourne

03:50

14.7km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

6.10 km

Abbots Castle Hill

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Abbots Castle Hill is a notable escarpment that forms part of the county boundary between Staffordshire and Shropshire. It rises to over 400 feet (120 m) and is around 2 …

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2

8.75 km

Victorian Post Box

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3

10.4 km

The Bakery, Trysull

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4

10.5 km

5

10.5 km

The Old Smithy, Trysull

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6

10.6 km

Thatched Cottage in Trysull

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7

13.1 km

Bratch Locks

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Bratch Locks were planned and built by James Brindley back in 1772. He constructed two bridges, a toll house and lock keeper’s cottage, all built in mellow brick, making it …

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8

14.0 km

Canal Path

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B

14.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.59 km

4.74 km

2.56 km

564 m

220 m

Surfaces

4.55 km

4.24 km

2.56 km

1.82 km

1.52 km

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Wednesday 8 July

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