The Biddulph Valley Way lies just west of the town of Biddulph following the old railway. It is suitable for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Originally a branch of the North Staffordshire Railway or "Knotty" the path has a mixture of embankments, cuttings, small copses, hedgerows and ditches.
The Whitemore Local Nature Reserve at the northern end of Biddulph Valley Way is a Staffordshire Site of Biological Importance due to its woodland wildlife.
Location
Biddulph Valley Way, Smokies Way, Biddulph ST8 6TZ
Parking
There is a car park in Smokies Way just off Halls Road.
Disabled Access
The path is surfaced and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Features
- embankments and cuttings
- wooded areas
- hedgerows and ditches
- woodland plants - bluebell, wood anemone, wood sorrel and yellow archangel
- key stage 2 education pack for Whitemore LNR
Self guided walks
Click here [10MB]
to view a new map with information on the whole length of the Biddulph Valley Way.
self guided walk links Biddulph Valley Way into the surrounding countryside.
Caring for the site
- Follow the
countryside code [2MB]
- Put your litter or dog waste in the bins provided
- Keep your dog under control - do not let it chase or worry wildlife
- Leave gates as you find them
Management
Areas of this site are now managed by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust to contact them or report a problem please call 01889 880100 or email info@staffs-wildlife.org.uk
