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East Staffordshire Group

We are the East Staffordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in the East Staffordshire area 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

Lathkill Dale is one of the loveliest and most dramatic Dales in the Peak District.  It is seen at it's best in winter when the river emerges from a cave in the hillside and tumbles down the valley through steep sided rocky and wooded banks. 

Starting from the attractive village of Monyash, our walk follows the Limestone Way across open country, crossing steep sided Cales Dale on the way to Back Lane and down through Meadow Place Grange into the Dale itself.   From here there is a superlatively beautiful 3 mile ramble along the banks of the River Lathkill, undoubtedly the highlight of the walk.  We then emerge through a rocky gorge at the head of the Dale from which there is a short stroll back to Monyash.

Underfoot conditions will be boggy so please wear appropriate hiking gear and footwear.   

Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 14974 66631
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1JJ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet in village car park, Chapel Street, Monyash. No charge to park but donations welcome.

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