Walking routes

The National Landscape can be explored along 157 km of public rights of way, including sections of long distance paths like the Heart of England Way, Staffordshire Way, and Way for the Millennium.

A variety of walks of different lengths in all parts of the Chase can be discovered and downloaded from here. Take a look at the map below to see where you would like to walk. Maps and text can be downloaded for each walk to help. Walks are from 1 mile to over 10 miles long so there will be something for everyone.

The most accessible trail is RAF Hednesford which starts at Cannock Chase Visitor Centre, Marquis Drive and follows level, well surfaced paths for most of the route. This trail is a circular 2 mile route and there are many benches along the way to stop for a rest or to admire the scenery. Interpretation panels explain how this area was used for the training of troops for the Second World War.

For more accessible information including our Access guide and videos of some of the more accessible trails see our Access for All page.

The Cannock Chase Heritage Trail has recently been brought to life with animation. This is a 10 mile route linking the towns of Cannock, Hednesford and Rugeley. It passes through, or close to sites of historic or environmental interest with interpretation panels along the way to tell the story at each location.

A walking booklet of 14 circular walks in and around Cannock Chase National Landscape can be purchased from the Cannock Chase Visitor Centre for just £3.50.