Happy Father’s Day | Father’s Day Walks That End in a Pub!

Looking for the perfect Father’s Day outing? Combine the best of East Staffordshire’s beautiful countryside with a leisurely walk that ends at a welcoming pub. Whether it’s a well-earned pint, a delicious meal or simply quality time together, these scenic routes offer the ideal way to celebrate.

Discover three fantastic Father’s Day walks in East Staffordshire, each finishing at a great local pub where you can relax and raise a glass to Dad.

Fauld Crater Red Walk & The Cock Inn, Hanbury

Step back in time with the Fauld Explosion Walk, a fascinating journey through one of Britain’s most significant wartime sites. This scenic route takes visitors through the countryside surrounding the former RAF Fauld underground ammunition depot, where the devastating explosion of 1944 left a lasting mark on the landscape. Along the way, discover the history of the site, enjoy peaceful rural views, and reflect on the events that shaped this remarkable location. It’s a walk that combines natural beauty with an unforgettable story from Britain’s wartime past.

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This 1.5 mile walk starts and ends this walk at the footpath which runs beside The Cock Inn, Hanbury’s beer garden. The Cock Inn at Hanbury is a traditional country pub with good ale, good seasonal locally sourced food, a great selection of spirits and a friendly atmosphere with the best views. Elevated above the Dove Valley, with spectacular views towards the Weaver Hills and the Derbyshire Dales.

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The Jinnie Trail & The Jinnie Inn

The Jinnie Nature Trail is a stunning conservation area stretching along a narrow man-made valley, between the villages of Rolleston on Dove and Stretton. Originally a railway line stretching from Tutbury and into Burton upon Trent, today it remains as a rural walk, kept as a nature conservation area.

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Stretching just over a mile The Jinnie Trail is just a short walk from The Jinnie Inn. The Jinnie an independent village pub & restaurant located in the beautiful Rolleston on Dove, a charming village just outside Burton upon Trent offers freshly prepared meals, locally brewed beer and an extensive collection of gins. During the summer months, you can try their authentic wood-fired pizza in their large, family-friendly garden.

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Branston Water Park Nature Reserve & The Bridge Inn

A beautiful, easy walk just outside Burton upon Trent. Now a thriving nature reserve, Branston Water Park was originally a gravel pit and when it was closed in the 1950s it was left for nature to take over and the disused pit filled with water naturally. A flat footpath runs around the entire perimeter of the lake making Branston Water Park ideal for families with babies in strollers. The path meanders through woodland, wetland and the wildflower meadow, with plenty of viewing platforms and picnic benches to watch the diverse and wonderful wildlife close up.

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The Bridge Inn, is a short ten minute walk along the Trent & Mersey Canal from Branston Water Park. Nestled alongside the Trent & Mersey Canal, Burton Bridge Inn is a favourite stop for walkers, cyclists and boaters alike. This traditional canal side pub combines a warm welcome with a great selection of award-winning ales brewed by Burton Bridge Brewery. Whether you’re taking a break from exploring the towpath or enjoying a leisurely day by the water, it’s the perfect place to relax, enjoy hearty food and soak up the peaceful canal-side atmosphere in the heart of Burton upon Trent.

You can find more about The Bridge Inn, Branston here