ModerateOff-lead sections
Rudyard Lake Circular Walk
Leek, Staffordshire ·
Quick answer
Rudyard Lake near Leek, Staffordshire is a privately managed reservoir offering a dog-friendly circular walk of about 5.5 miles, with dogs allowed off-lead if kept close and under control.
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Distance
5.5 miles
Moderate
Difficulty
🐾
Off-lead
Yes
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Stiles
None
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Parking
Available
About this walk
A scenic circular route around the reservoir at Rudyard Lake near Leek, following a disused railway line along one shore and woodland paths on the other, with views across the water towards the Staffordshire Moorlands.
Terrain
Lakeside pathOld railway track bedSome woodland and uneven ground
🅿️ Parking
Several car parks around the lake; Dam/Hotel car park charges around £3/day, North End and Station car parks are free.
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