The Knot Inn

About

A Grade II mid-19th century inn, based on the scenic borders of Cheshire and Staffordshire, The Knot Inn is the perfect base for hikers or bikers due to the many walks and rides available (two of the most popular are the Gritstone Trail, and the Staffordshire Way) The Knot Inn – named after the Staffordshire Knot used on the rolling stock and uniforms of the NSR Co. (North Staffordshire Railway Company). Rushton railway station was a railway station that served the village of Rushton Spencer, Staffordshire. The station was opened in 1849 as part of the Churnet Valley line (between Leek and Macclesfield). It remained open until passenger services were withdrawn in 1960. Freight services lasted until 1964 and the track lifted. Today, the railway track bed forms part of the ‘Staffordshire Way’, which is now a local leisure route.

At a glance

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• Typical visit: about 1 hour