This lovely walk takes you around parts of the Monsal Trail, Monsal Dale, Water-Cum-Jolly and Millers Dale. We walked this in October and there are areas that can be slippy undefoot so as always wear suitable footwear. We parked up just off the A6 Buxton to Bakewell Road, it is a pay as you display Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 8 miles This walk explores a section of the Manifold Valley which is a fascinating and beautiful dale on the Staffordshire fringe of the Peak District National Park. In this narrow and isolated little gorge it is hard to believe that a railway line could have been constructed. However in 1904 the 2ft Read more…
Walk The Goyt Way The Goyt Way is a 10 mile route, which has many car parks & points of access to public transport on the way. This gives you the opportunity to either walk all of the route, or just part of it, knowing that you can easily return to where you started. Starting Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 3 miles After exploring the pretty village of Elton which is situated where limestone and gritstone meet at 900 feet above sea level, the walk follows paths and a quiet lane to the popular Cratcliffe Rocks and Robin Hood’s Stride known locally as ‘Mock Beggars Hall’. After passing other ancient remains the walk Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 8 ½ miles DESCRIPTION: This walk is a fabulous outdoor experience in the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park. Hidden and secluded from the rest of Derbyshire by high mountainous mounds of gritstone and steep escarpment, the only vehicular access to the wonderful Vale of Edale is either through an Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 3 miles DESCRIPTION: This walks is scenically beautiful and includes lots of local history. It can be used as a guided tour of what was originally an ordinary rural village but later became transformed by an enterprising and young industrialist as the site for his mill and model village. Sir Richard Arkwright transformed Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 7 miles This walk is quite strenuous as it involves a steep ascent to the summit of Lose Hill. Nestling at the head of the Hope Valley and surrounded by protective hills whose summits are often shrouded in most, Castleton is a settlement dominated by an ancient castle from whence it took its Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 4 miles Initially this walk is on an ancient packhorse route sheltered with high hedges and very old trees. The ascent towards Stanage Edge is gradual and easy going, resulting in the most breathtaking views towards a miniature mountain range which forms the north of the Peak District region and is known as Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 6 ½ miles Alstonefield is a picture postcard village of character cottages and neat gardens, little wonder then that it has won the annual award for the best kept village on several occasions. Alstonefield was the centre of a vast parish some 150 years ago, although now greatly reduced in size, it still Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 6 miles DESCRIPTION: Darley Dale is a lengthy village without a true centre, made up of several parts including Churchtown, Northwood and Darley Hillside. This walk discovers Darley Dale’s historic and scenic areas away from the busy A6 which cuts straight through the heart of Darley Dale. 1. Park your car in the Read more…
A walk through the countryside around Belper means going fairly easy route, with a walk full of interest, both man-made and natural. It’s possible to see the heart of the Industrial Revolution in many of Belper’s building, if not the actual industries and the history still remains giving the place a very historic atmosphere. Once Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 8 miles This walk reaches one of Derbyshire’s highest hilltops. After a lengthy climb from Hathersage you may well get a buzz from standing on Stanage Edge and looking out over the far reaching views. These extensive Edges are escarpments which stretch for miles and were formed by glaciers in the last Ice Read more…
(It is recommended that an Ordnance Survey OL24 White Peak Area map be used in association with these instructions) DISTANCE: Approximately 6 miles This walk is best tackled when the skies are blue and the winds are calm to appreciate in full one of the prettiest beauty spots in Staffordshire. Camouflaged by rich grey/green foliage Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 7 ¼ miles Carsington is a pretty little backwater, now that the village has been bypassed by heavy traffic, and once again it is possible to stroll quietly down the main street. Some of the local houses ooze character and individuality, especially at nearby Hopton. Although the name Carsington is now known to Read more…
MONSAL TRAIL – BAKEWELL & ASHFORD IN THE WATER by John N. Merrill – 6 MILES – allow 2 1/2 miles. Basic route – Bakewell – Bakewell Station – Monsal Trail – Thornbridge Hall – Ashford-in-the-Water – Bakewell. Map – 1:25,000 Explorer Series No. OL24 – The White Peak – East Sheet. Car park and Read more…
2 1/2 hours Mable savours Cressbrook Dale and Litton This to me is a special local walk as it takes in some scenery that I have been in awe of since moving to the Peak District. It takes in the beautiful Cressbrook Dale with its magnificent limestone walls and outcrops plus the majestic Peters Stone, Read more…
This Wirksworth Town Walk is a lovely historical walk that will take around 2 hours and takes in some interesting buildings and architecture. by John Merrill – 3 Miles – ALLOW 2 1/4 HOURS Map – 1:25,000 Explorer Series No. OL24 – The White Peak – East Sheet. Car parks – Market Place and Barmote Read more…
WINSTER VILLAGE HOSTORICAL WALK by John Merrill– 2 Miles– ALLOW 1 1/2 HOURS Map – 1:25,000 Explorer series No. OL24 – The White Peak – East Sheet. Car parking – Car park at entrance to village from Wensley. Small car park at the top of West Bank. Early Closing Day – Thursday. ABOUT THE WALK Read more…
This fairly short walk of just under six miles begins and ends in the pretty streets of Winster. It starts between the last two houses on the right hand side of Main Street (going towards Elton), where a jitty, or channel – depending on which part of the country you are from – narrowly leads Read more…
Four Parishes make up the United Benefice of Monyash, Chelmorton, Flagg and Taddington and this walk of just over 10 miles not only takes in all of these villages, but crosses a broad swathe of the White Peak’s limestone plateau. Of course, you could make any of the villages your starting point, but for the Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 10.1 miles, 16.2 kmTotal Climbing 1083ft, 330mEstimated Time 6hrsStarting Point Sparklow Car Park on the High Peak Trail, SK 127 659 Introduction The western edge of the limestone plateau is characterised by its striking natural landscape. Two major river valleys, that of the Dove and the Manifold, carve there way through the Read more…
“High Peak Trail”is a terrible misnomer, sounding like the most gruelling of treks over the Pennine’s bog and moorland. In reality, if you are looking for a cushy saunter or pedal through some beautifulPeak Districtcountryside, perhaps with a small child and/or a dog in tow, this route is for you. Two linked former railway lines Read more…
Five miles, mostly easy-going. This walk through three classic Derbyshire dales is beautiful at any time of year and not a difficult hike; but catch it at just the right moment in the spring and you’ll be enchanted. The walk starts at the country’s “largest discount bookshop” on the A515 at Brierlow Bar. Big signs Read more…
HIGHLIGHTS: Shining TorCats TorErrwood Hall Spanish Shrine LOWLIGHTS: Exposed position on top of Tors. APPROACH: Leave Buxton on the A5004 to Whaley Bridge, at the summit of Longhill turn left onto Goyt’s Lane following the sign to the Goyt Valley. Follow the single road down into the valley and across the dam. Turn left at Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 6 miles, 9.7 kmTotal Climbing 1038ft, 316mEstimated Time 4hrsStarting Point Car Park above Curbar, SK 262 746 Introduction The eastern edge of the peak district is characterised by the ridge of gritstone that runs down from the high moors to the north. These gritstone extensions are clearly visible from the limestone plateau, Read more…
2 miles; one steep climb.Mam Tor is perhaps the most fascinating and best known of the Peak District’s hills.This relatively easy route takes you through its entire history, recent and ancient.Most reasonably fit people should be able to manage the climb, with plenty of rests to admire the wonderful view! Park at the National Trust Read more…
Stanton Moor & Robin Hoods Stride Stanton Moor and Robin Hood`s Stride 15km/9.4 miles This route combines wild, unspoilt woodland, open moor full of archaeological relics, a gritstone tor, a hermit`s cave, and three lovely villages. Winster – Cowley Knowl – Stanton Moor – Birchover – Robin Hood`s Stride – Elton – WinsterStart Winster. Park Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 4.4 miles, 7.1 km Total Climbing 583ft, 178m Estimated Time 2hr 45min Starting Point Peak Forest Village, SK 113 792 Introduction This is the classic Sunday afternoon stroll, for those with slightly more energy anyway. There are no particularly steep gradients on the route, but if the wind is up, it will Read more…
Most walkers tackle the upper part of Lathkill Dale the obvious way; i.e. they walk in the bottom of the dale, gazing up at their surroundings, content to follow the river or its dried-up, rocky bed (in summer). Now, this walk, starting and finishing in the lovely village of Monyash, lets you see the upper Read more…
If you have to choose just one hill in the Peak District to climb and perhaps have a limited amount of time, then Mam Tor would be the obvious choice. You will not find yourself alone, however, as its accessibility, proximity to the tourist honey pot that is Castleton and wow-factor of the views to Read more…
Kinder Scout Whatever time of year and from whichever direction you approach it, a hike onto the Kinder plateau – known as Kinder Scout – will be an exhilarating experience. There are many approaches to this wild, high moorland – none of which are short or easy, so always come prepared for a serious walk, Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 4.8 miles, 7.7 kmTotal Climbing 917ft, 279mEstimated Time 3hrs 15minStarting Point Surprise View Car Park, SK 251 800 Introduction The eastern edge of the Peak District is a continuation of the gritstone uplands to the north. This particular walk covers a section of moorland east of the village of Hathersage. The walk Read more…
A Site of Special Scientific Interest – and beautiful landscape to boot National Grid Ref: 022648 on The White Peak 1:25000 OS map. (Recommended). If you fancy a stroll around a really impressive moorland landscape, with a feast of wildlife on offer, but you don’t have the legs for the likes of Kinder Scout, then Read more…
Approximately 4 ¾ miles. Fairly easy with one steep climb on lane. If you are staying in Buxton and don’t want to be bothered driving very far afield to some of the more popular hotspots, you could do a lot worse than explore two little known dales closer to hand. The walk could also be Read more…
Errwood Hall & Foxlow Edge Distance 3.6 miles, fairly easy going. The Goyt Valley offers a myriad of paths and experiences for ramblers, day trippers, and birdwatchers, and here is one walk which could appeal to all those categories of people, being not too difficult for folks who want to carry a picnic, nor too Read more…
Dove Dale & Bunster Hill Dove Dale & Bunster Hill 13.5km/8.5 miles This walk includes a limestone gorge with spectacular rock features and crags, a particularly attractive upland village, and a hilltop with superb views. Dove Dale – Milldale – Alstonefield – Stanshope – Hall Dale – Ilam Tops – Bunster Hill – Dove Dale Read more…
3 miles with steep ascents. Bus 442 Buxton-Ashbourne, operated by Bowers. The upper Dove Valley has to be the most underrated and quietest part of the Peak District; one glimpse of its scenic beauty will leave you asking the simple question: “Why?” The drive or bus ride, off the A515 to the start of this Read more…
CROMFORD VILLAGE HISTORY WALK by John Merrill– 3 Miles– ALLOW 2 HOURS Map – 1:25,000 Explorer Series No. OL24 – The White Peak – East Sheet. Car parks – Market Place. Cromford Wharf Early Closing Day – Thursday ABOUT THE WALK – In 1771 Richard Arkwright started a cotton spinning mill here which led to Read more…
The Longshaw Estate, now owned by the National Trust, is a wonderful place to start a walk – not only that, if you don’t own a car, it is easily accessible by bus as it is located just off the main A625 from Sheffield and the A6187 to Castleton. It is not too difficult by Read more…
BUXTON TOWN WALK by John N. Merrill 2 1/2 Miles – ALLOW 2 HOURS Map – 1:25,000 Outdoor Leisure series No. 24 – The White Peak – West Sheet. Car park and start – West side of Pavilion Gardens adjacent to St. John’s Road and Burlington Road. Early Closing Day: Wednesday. Market Day: Saturday. ABOUT Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 3 ½ miles Lead mining, caverns and caves are the predominant subject of this walk. Bonsall was chosen for the site of settlement centuries ago not only for its sheltered position but also because of its geological situation. Bonsall lies in the vicinity of an extinct volcano which had formed a sandwich of Read more…
5 Miles with some very steep climbs over rough terrain. 300 metres of ascent. This is a real voyage of discovery, best attempted only in summer, as the path takes you deep into the clough formed by Blackden Brook, crossing it many times, over large boulders and past some beautiful waterfalls. The middle section of Read more…
To start a New Year I always like to ascend a gritstone summit and the view from Black Rocks to Cromford and Matlock and beyond, is enthralling. May I wish you a Happy Walking Year! BLACK ROCKS OF CROMFORD– 5 MILES– allow 2 1/2 hours Basic Route – Black Rocks Car park – Dimons Dale Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 3 ½ milesBirchover is a village of well-built houses and cottages, many fashioned from locally quarried stone. The gritstone ‘island’ topped by Stanton Moor is covered with the remains of numerous quarries most of which are now disused. Time and nature have healed the scars and the area now provides a rich habitat Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 7.3 miles, 11.8 km Total Climbing 842ft, 257m Estimated Time 4hrs 30min Starting Point Car Park above Curbar, SK 262 746 Introduction The eastern gritstone upland of the peak district is topographically similar along its length. The main escarpment rises about 150m from the river Derwent, with a broad plateau before a Read more…
DISTANCE: Approximately 4 ½ miles Start your walk at the small village green in Beeley with its solitary lime tree which can be found not far from Beeley Church. This narrow village street running down to the Devonshire Arms was at one time the main road from Chatsworth to Matlock but the width between the old Read more…
Barrow Stones – Bleaklow 15km/9.4 miles A walk in wild moorland, to a remote corner of Bleaklow and the source of the River Derwent. King’s Tree – Black Dike – Round Hill – Barrow Stones – Humber Knolls – Slippery Stones – King`s Tree Start: King`s Tree, Upper Derwent Valley. Cars and parking only permitted Read more…
Summary Walk Distance 7.3 miles, 11.8 km Total Climbing 1151ft, 351m Estimated Time 4hrs 45min Starting Point Car Park at the Head of the Goyt Valley, SK 108 715 Introduction The river Goyt rises in the western Peak moorland near the Cat and Fiddle Public House. The same piece of moorland is also the source Read more…
ThePeak District Online directory brings you information and details on Walks in Ashbourne. ASHBOURNE TOWN WALK by John N. Merrill 2 Miles – ALLOW 2 HOURS Map – 1:25,000 Explorer Series Sheet No. 259 – Derby, Ashbourne and the Churnet Valley. Car park – Shaw Croft off Park Road – east side of town. Early Read more…
Tom Bates Historic Peak Walks Enjoy the fabulous Peak District and learn about its history along the way with Tom Bates Historic Peak Walks! The Limestone Way The Limestone Way is Derbyshire’s longest distance trail covering the whole length of the county from Rocester in the south just over the border in Staffordshire, to Castleton Read more…
