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Overview

Extra leisurely walk from Old Porter Lane, Wirksworth, via Middleton Moor, Star Disc and Stone Centre.

Tuesday, 21 January 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.derbyshiredalesramblers.org.uk

Ramblers members from other Ramblers groups are welcome to join us. 

Please wear walking boots and warm waterproof clothing.  Please bring plenty to eat and drink.  Please carry a completed ICE card (go to our website, click Walks, then click What to Bring).

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 28750 55500
Nearest postcode:
DE4 4GE
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Start time:
10:30 am

Park on roadside on Old Porter Lane.

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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