Earl Sterndale and High Wheeldon from Longnor
Departure from Longnor (Staffordshire)
This route starts from the attractive North Staffordshire village of Longnor. It then crosses the Dove Valley into Derbyshire, passes through Earl Sterndale to climb High Wheeldon before re-crossing the Dove back into Staffordshire. The scenery en-route is varied with excellent views of this part of the Peak District throughout.
Pilsbury Castle, Hartington & Sheen from Longnor
Departure from Longnor (Staffordshire)
A Peak District walk that explores the uppear reaches of the Dove and Manifold Valleys. The route is generally easy to navigate and uses a series of paths and tracks across the Limestone country. Refreshments are available at the start and at Hartington.
Upper Dove Valley from Hollinsclough
Departure from Hollinsclough (Staffordshire)
This Peak District walk explores the upper section of the Dove valley and sees few walkers.
Crowdecote & Pilsbury Castle
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
A rewarding hike via a scenic hilltop to a pretty village and a Norman Castle site in the Dove Valley.
Monyash and Flagg
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
Follow flower-lined green lanes to two limestone villages, and sample a short stretch of the High Peak Trail. Some gentle climbs, and muddy ground may be encountered after wet weather.
Flagg & Chelmorton
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
Wander via field paths and country lanes through the villages of Flagg and Chelmorton, returning on the High Peak Trail. A shortcut along the Pennine Bridleway, omitting Chelmorton village, cuts a mile off the distance.
Taddington & Chee Dale
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
A series of villages in spectacular limestone country, with an exciting riverside stretch.
Buxton via Cowdale
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
A one-way stroll through a series of hamlets to the historic spa town of Buxton.
Deep Dale & Chelmorton
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
Impressive limestone cliffs and caves, a pretty village and a cosy local pub.
Five Wells, Chelmorton
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
Stroll to a prehistoric burial chamber with fine views.
Five Dales
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
Experience at length the dramatic limestone scenery of five dales, including a beautiful stretch alongside the Wye and the famous Chee Dale stepping stones.
Horseshoe and Deep Dales
Departure from Chelmorton CP (Derbyshire)
An interesting walk through fields and impressive limestone scenery.
Dove Valley, Biggin Dale & Biggin from Hartington
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
This walk from Hartington in Derbyshire follows a section of the River Dove. The route takes you through three limestone dales and across typical farming country for the area.
Biggin, Wolfscote & Beresford Dales from Hartington
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
This Peak District walk explores three dales in the White Peak starting from the village of Hartington. The walk is generally easy underfoot and provides a good introduction to this area.
Beresford, Wolfscote & Biggin Dales from Hartington
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
This Derbyshire walk starts from the village of Hartington and explores three limestone Dales. The route follows the River Dove and also includes a section through drystone walled fields above the village.
Beresford Dale, Alstonefield & Wolfescote Dale from Hartington
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
This walk explores Beresford Dale, through which the River Dove flows, before climbing up to the village of Alstonefield from where the route descends back into Dovedale for a return along the river to the start.
Biggin & Parsley Hay from Hartington
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
Field paths, quiet lanes, walled tracks and a former railway are used for this walk that explores the area to the north of the busy village of Hartington. The route lies wholly within Derbyshire although in the latter part of the walk good views into neighbouring Staffordshire are also enjoyed. The route includes much that is typical of this part of the peak district including the village of Biggin and the upper reaches of the Dove Valley.
To Beresford Dale from Hartington Hall Youth Hostel
Departure from Hartington Town Quarter CP (Derbyshire)
A short and easy walk through Beresford Dale, which was an inspiration for the book 'The Compleat Angler' by Sir Izaac Walton. It also includes a variety of landscapes of limestone country, including lanes between dry stone walls and upland pasture.
Chelmorton & Deep Dale
Departure from Blackwell in the Peak CP (Derbyshire)
Flowery meadows, a riverside stroll, spectacular limestone scenery, a pretty village and a prehistoric burial site.
Chee Dale
Departure from Blackwell in the Peak CP (Derbyshire)
Adventurous familes will love this walk through some of the Peak District's most impressive limestone scenery.
Priestcliffe
Departure from Blackwell in the Peak CP (Derbyshire)
Surfaced roads and tracks with fine views over the Wye valley.
Three Shires Head from Danebower Hollow
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
A short Peak District walk that explores the area around Three Shires Head where the counties of Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire meet. The route uses sections of old packhorse routes as well as footpaths.
Flash & Three Shires Head from Danebower Hollow
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
A pleasant Peak District walk in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The route uses a mixture of paths, tracks and quiet country lanes to explore the area. For many, the highlight will be Three Shires Head with its packhorse bridge and waterfalls.
Chee Dale, Worm Hill and Monks Dale circular
Departure from Wormhill (Derbyshire)
This is a glorious walk in the Peak District National Park, starting on the Monsal Trail, before heading down to walk upstream along the river Wye in the limestone gorge of Chee Dale, then heading over the top of Worm Hill before heading back to the car park via the moss covered landscape of Monks Dale.
The Manifold Valley from Wetton
Departure from Wetton (Staffordshire)
This Peak District walk explores The Manifold Valley in Staffordshire. The mostly high-level route is full of interest including Thor's Cave and Throwley Old Hall with magnificent views throughout.
Manifold Valley loop - Wetton
Departure from Wetton (Staffordshire)
This circular walk brings you along riversides on the way visiting Thor's cave.
Miller's Dale & Cressbrook Dale from Tideswell Dale
Departure from Litton CP (Derbyshire)
This circular Peak District walk starts in Tideswell Dale and continues through Miller's Dale into Ravensdale. The route is an ideal introduction to this area which is popular for walkers.
Taxal Edge, Jenkin Chapel and Pym Chair from Errwood Reservoir
Departure from Hartington Upper Quarter (Derbyshire)
This circular walk explores the Goyt Valley and the ridge lying the west. The route includes some steep climbs but offers excellent views throughout. Some paths may be muddy after periods of prolonged rain.
Fernilee Reservoir in the Goyt Valley
Departure from Hartington Upper Quarter (Derbyshire)
This relaxed walk is beautiful whatever the season with the reservoir adding to the scene.
Fernilee Reservoir
Departure from Hartington Upper Quarter (Derbyshire)
Very easy walk with a choice of well sign-posted routes through the woods on the north side of the water. Suitable for playing Gruffalo Woods with the kids! It's not worth taking scooters as the uneven ground will undoubtedly tip them off and bikes are not allowed.
More walks in Longnor
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Abney and Abney Grange CP
- Alstonefield
- Ashford in the Water CP
- Ballidon CP
- Blackwell in the Peak CP
- Bradnop
- Bradwell CP
- Brough and Shatton
- Brushfield CP
- Butterton
- Chapel-en-le-Frith
- Cheddleton
- Chelmorton CP
- Consall
- Derbyshire Dales
- Eaton and Alsop CP
- Fawfieldhead
- Fenny Bentley CP
- Flagg CP
- Foolow CP
- Gratton
- Great Hucklow CP
- Great Longstone CP
- Green Fairfield
- Grindlow CP
- Grindon
- Hartington Middle Quarter CP
- Hartington Nether Quarter CP
- Hartington Town Quarter CP
- Hartington Upper Quarter
- Hazlebadge CP
- Heathylee
- Hollinsclough
- Ilam
- Ipstones
- Kettleshulme and Lyme Handley
- King Sterndale
- Kniveton CP
- Leek
- Leekfrith
- Little Hucklow CP
- Little Longstone CP
- Litton CP
- Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough
- Middleton and Smerrill