The Monsal Trail
Circular walk
The route follows the Monsal Trail, a disused railway line that has been converted into a cycling, horse riding and walking trail. The route veers off the Monsal trail to meander through the Wye Valley next to the river. To give your dog the opportunity of a paddle. The path also passes along some limestone stepping stones. Downloadable map available here.
Useful Information
How to get there: From Buxton follow the A6 towards Bakewell. Turn left down the B6049 following signs for Tideswell and the Monsal Trail. As you enter Millers Dale, turn left toways Wormhill still following signs for the Monsal Trail. The road assends and passes under two bridges, the car park is then on your left.
Grid Reference: SK 138732
Nearest Postcode: SK17 8SN
Parking: Pay and Display.
Facilities: There are toilets at the car park.
The Walk
An excellent walk along the river.
Map with thanks to Ordnance Survey.
Walk
1 Starting at the far end of the car park (furthest from the road) join the Monsal Trail continuing west away from the car park.
2 Just before going over the viaduct, take the right hand path (sign-posted for Chee Dale). Follow this path north as it meanders along the river. The path will cross a couple of small bridges and walkways before crossing over the river (and under the Monsal Trail).
3 Cross back over the river continue, crossing the large stone "stepping-stones" that run parallel to the river.
4 Eventually the path will begin to accend enabling you to rejoin the Monsal Trail. Simply follow this back over the various viaducts and through the tunnel, back to the car park.
Enjoy this walk?
Say thanks with a coffee.
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