Staffordshire Way Abbots Bromley to Uttoxeter Part 2

Leaving a big agri-business farm behind, the fields got smaller and more scenic. 

Sad as I am, I began to ponder: why do I like railway viaducts and windmills, but not pylons and wind turbines? 

It's nearly winter, and the farmer's mind turns to cutting the hedgerows

This farm had the fascinating name of Hanging Wicket Farm. But there was nothing remarkable about it. No hanging, no wicket. Just farm.

The last bit of the path followed a hedge line for over a mile and a half. It may have been an ancient one, being so straight, and having lots of others joining it at right angles

The straight path continues

Uttoxeter in view

 I left the Staffordshire Way to find the bus station on the far side of town.

 Level crossings fascinate me. I suppose new ones wouldn't be allowed in these days of Health and Safety .

The trains do go past quite quickly though! 

 Uttoxeter market square

 The Olde Talbot pub had an interesting sign.  Dr Johnson (of Dictionary fame) once refused to help his father run a market stall here. Later, as a penance, he stood there on the spot for a whole day.

Looking up the High Street. The Christmas decorations are in place, but not yet illuminated.

The Staffordshire Way will be continued, at some point in the future. 

Walk details: I parked in Abbots Bromley and followed the Staffordshire Way (very clearly signposted), walking into town to get the bus back. They aren't very frequent, so check first! Total of 8 miles easy walking. Only 6/10 for scenery though.