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We are the Broxtowe Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is a walk from the pretty village of Ashford in the Water. The walk takes in Deepdale and Lathkill Dale before returning to Ashford via the Magpie Mine.

Sunday, 10 November 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17km / 10.6mi
Ascent:
420m / 1378ft
Type:
circular

The path through Lathkill Dale is rocky and needs care and the return descent from the Magpie Mine to Ashford is steep. If you use walking poles its recommended that you take them. 

There are toilets at the start and at the entrance to Lathkill Dale.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 19442 69770
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1QG
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Start time:
9:30 am

The car park is owned and managed by the Parish Council. It operates with an honesty box and the suggested donation is £2. There are toilets in the car park. There is also some parking on the road available.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking