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Coalville Group

We are Coalville Ramblers - a friendly group based in the heart of the National Forest. We offer a programme of 3 walks each week, from 5 miles to 10 plus.

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
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Overview

Join me on this lovely walk in the limestone countryside starting from Matlock train station. We start alongside the River Derwent before climbing up past the Masson Cavern to Bonsall for our first stop. We leave via Horse Dale and Bonsall Moor before descending into Winster for lunch. We join, leave and join the Limestone Way to our final stop above Masson Lees Farm where we can take in the view before our final descent back to Matlock.

Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
579.1m / 1900ft
Type:
circular

The actual start will be at Matlock train station. Car parking is available nearby.

Or you can join me on the 9:10 direct train from Long Eaton, 9:35 from Derby. The train is due to arrive at 10:07.  (A lift to Long Eaton may be available, please ask if interested).

Toilets at Matlock, Bonsall and Winster.

Refreshments available at Bonsall and Winster.

Please allow all day for this walk and ensure you do carry a drink and something to eat.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 29663 60205
Nearest postcode:
DE4 3NA
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Start time:
10:15 am

Meet just outside of platform entrance at Matlock train station or Long Eaton train station.

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