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Derby & S Derbyshire Group

We are the Derby and South Derbyshire 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

Explore some of the hill-tops around this part of the White Peak, where much of the industrial revolution started, using water power.

Sunday, 24 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
453m / 1486ft
Type:
circular

Risk assessment:   Possibly some muddy ascents and descents, or other slippery sections,.  This is the Peak District so steep and/ or rocky trails, farm livestock and inclement weather are always possible.    You need to stay alert and take individual responsibility.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 28659 54014
Nearest postcode:
DE4 4ET
what3words:
baseless.surprise.bets
Start time:
10:00 am

Wirksworth Market Place, on-road parking

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