The Ramblers Retreat near Oakamoor

Today's adventure follows this disused railway line

This place is amazing! The Churnet Valley has much to offer the dog walker. There are so many beautiful locations and walks to explore. This post is an introduction to one of the highlights in this area.

Today we started at the car park at the top of Mill Road in Oakamoor and headed through the Churnet Valley towards the Ramblers Retreat. 

Admiral Jervis Pub opposite the car park

There is a large grassed area by the car park for Belle and Bandit to explore.

The walk began by crossing over this bridge and by following a path to the right, through the wood

Notice the wood on the right

After a short walk, through the wood, we came to the disused Churnet Railway. We followed this until we reached our destination.

The disused platform.

 After about half and hour we came across this bridge.

Belle showing the way

On the left of this picture you can see a small set of steps that gives access to the top of the bridge. 

A view of the Ramblers Retreat from the top of the bridge

At last!

It is amazing to find a such a wonderful restaurant in such beautiful surroundings.  They are famous for their lemon meringue pies  Although dogs are not allowed inside there are plenty of seats and water bowls on the patio.  There are many walks to be had from the restaurant.  Today we took a path that led us to a tree with a long and sinister history.  Look out for more posts about the chained oak. 

We returned to the car park back the way we came. I hope you will love investigating this area - your comments will be very welcome.