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…
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…