Natural England - Aqualate: how to get there

Aqualate: how to get there

Aqualete Mere is in Staffordshire.

We encourage the use of sustainable transport whenever possible.

By cycle

Newport is on National Route 55external link and Regional Route 75external link of the Sustrans National Cycle Network, and the reserve is 1.5 km north of an easy-access trail, the Way for the Millennium. There is a bicycle rack in the car park

By train

The nearest train station is in Staffordexternal link.

By bus

Bus services from Newport along the A518 are provided by Arriva Bus Midlands.

By car

Aqualate Mere is 2 km east of Newport. Access to the reserve car park is via minor roads from the A518, A519 and A41.

Approaching from north, south or west leave the A41 at Newport onto the A518 in the direction of Stafford. Proceed along A518 for 1.5 miles; pass a golf course on the right, Aqualate Park on the left. Turn left down Guild Lane, signposted towards Sutton. The car park is 0.5 miles down the Guild Lane on the left.

Approaching from Stafford/ Gnossal turn right off the A518 before reaching Coley Mill, down Guild Lane, sign posted towards Sutton.

There is space for 10 cars only. Please do not park in front of the gateways of neighbouring fields if the car park is full.

Local amenities

The nearest toilet and refreshment facilities are in Newport.

A hide on the eastern bank of the mere is open to the public 365 days a year. Signs are available for visitor information.

Please note that, apart from public rights of way, access to the reserve is limited to permit holders. For details contact Natural England's Shropshire and Staffordshire office. Several events, including guided walks, are held on the NNR every year; please see the West Midlands NNRs events page for details.