Accessible Peak District Walks
The Monsal Trail
The Monsal Trail Monsal Trail The Monsal Trail - 8.5 Miles of Blissful Views The Monsal Trail is a traffic-free path running for 8.5 miles between Combs Road in Bakewell and Blackwell Mill in Chee Dale, in the heart of the Peak District National Park. The path follows the former track of the Midland Railway Line, constructed in 1863 to link Manchester and London. Its route ran through the beautiful Wye Valley on the orders of the Duke of Devonshire, who refused permission for the railway to run through his land close to Chatsworth House. The railway closed in 1968 and was converted into a pedestrian trail in 1981. The...
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Stoney Middleton via Coombs Dale (4.75 miles)
Coombs Dale Walk Details Distance: 4.75 miles Time: 1-2 hours Terrain: Grassy footpaths and country lanes Accessibility: Easy - gates, no stiles or squeeze stiles, some uneven terrain on field paths Start and end grid reference: SK 23560 75068; Nearest Postcode S32 4TB; ///lunging.ruling.agreeing Downloads: Printable PDF of route The Coombs Dale Walk This lovely circular walk takes you into a hidden, secret valley, Coombs Dale, one of the lesser known Peak District dales, and a place where you’re almost guaranteed peace and quiet. It follows well-made paths to Black Harry Gate, once the hunting ground of a notorious highwayman, before returning along country lanes and field paths to the...
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