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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.

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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

Overview

Starting from Eyam we will pass through Stoney Middleton to Combs Dale.  A good path ascends the deep dale which is surrounded by hidden old mines and quarries.  Once clear of the dale we head across White Rake and in the direction of Foolow.  Field paths are taken to return to Eyam.

Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
313.9m / 1030ft
Type:
circular

The walk climbs the full length of the normally dry Combs Dale on a good path.  At the head of the dale is an old fluorspar lagoon now long disused.  Once out of the dale we will maintain our height and return via good field paths.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 21672 76709
Nearest postcode:
S32 5AD
what3words:
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Start time:
10:15 am

Eyam village, opposite the Museum off Hawkhill Road (above the smaller pay and display car park).

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