Discover more walks in the area<\/h4>\n- Walk: Monsal Dale, Derbyshire<\/a><\/li>\n
- Walk: Chee Dale, Miller\u2019s Dale and Wye Dale, Derbyshire<\/a><\/li>\n
- Walk: Bakewell to Chatsworth, Derbyshire<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
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![\""Monsal\"](\""https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/22\/2018\/09\/The-Victorian-Midland-Railway-Headstone-Viaduct-now-part-of-the-Monsal-Trail-cycleway-in-Monsal-Dale-by-Joe-Dunkley-0ca48f0.jpg?quality=45&resize=556,556"\" "\\"\"Monsal\\"\/")
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\nCressbrook Dale walk<\/h2>\n5 miles\/8km | 335m accent | moderate | 3 hours<\/em><\/div>\n1. Upperdale<\/h4>\nAt Upperdale follow the country lane to Cressbrook. The present mill was built by Sir Richard Arkwright\u2019s son and extended by William Newton. The sprawling building, its clock set into a neo-classical pediment, topped with an octagonal bell tower, is an impressive sight in this isolated valley.<\/div>\n2. Ravensdale Cottages<\/h4>\nFollow the road uphill, keeping right. Near the top, drop down the narrow lane leading to Ravensdale Cottages (signed). The terrace cottages, tucked beneath soaring limestone cliffs, could be from a Hardy novel.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> The path navigates the deep sweep of Cressbrook Dale\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n3. Cressbrook Dale<\/h4>\nContinue straight on to follow a path alongside the brook. Cross the footbridge to climb through ash and wych elm woodlands with scrubby thorn bushes, creamy-white in spring.<\/div>\n4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
![\""The\"](\""https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/22\/2022\/09\/Peak-District-National-Park-8394f92.jpg?quality=45&resize=556,556"\" "\\"\"Peak\\"")
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\nCressbrook Dale walk<\/h2>\n5 miles\/8km | 335m accent | moderate | 3 hours<\/em><\/div>\n1. Upperdale<\/h4>\nAt Upperdale follow the country lane to Cressbrook. The present mill was built by Sir Richard Arkwright\u2019s son and extended by William Newton. The sprawling building, its clock set into a neo-classical pediment, topped with an octagonal bell tower, is an impressive sight in this isolated valley.<\/div>\n2. Ravensdale Cottages<\/h4>\nFollow the road uphill, keeping right. Near the top, drop down the narrow lane leading to Ravensdale Cottages (signed). The terrace cottages, tucked beneath soaring limestone cliffs, could be from a Hardy novel.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> The path navigates the deep sweep of Cressbrook Dale\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n3. Cressbrook Dale<\/h4>\nContinue straight on to follow a path alongside the brook. Cross the footbridge to climb through ash and wych elm woodlands with scrubby thorn bushes, creamy-white in spring.<\/div>\n4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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1. Upperdale<\/h4>\nAt Upperdale follow the country lane to Cressbrook. The present mill was built by Sir Richard Arkwright\u2019s son and extended by William Newton. The sprawling building, its clock set into a neo-classical pediment, topped with an octagonal bell tower, is an impressive sight in this isolated valley.<\/div>\n2. Ravensdale Cottages<\/h4>\nFollow the road uphill, keeping right. Near the top, drop down the narrow lane leading to Ravensdale Cottages (signed). The terrace cottages, tucked beneath soaring limestone cliffs, could be from a Hardy novel.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> The path navigates the deep sweep of Cressbrook Dale\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n3. Cressbrook Dale<\/h4>\nContinue straight on to follow a path alongside the brook. Cross the footbridge to climb through ash and wych elm woodlands with scrubby thorn bushes, creamy-white in spring.<\/div>\n4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This five-mile walk explores gorgeous Cressbrook Dale, one of five valleys in the Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve in the Peak District. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":23839,"template":"","categories":[1,115],"acf":{"readingTimeMinutes":"4"},"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-scaled.jpg",2560,1709,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-768x513.jpg",768,513,true],"large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-1024x684.jpg",800,534,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-1536x1025.jpg",1536,1025,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/45\/2023\/02\/walk-cressbrook-dale-derbyshire-2048x1367.jpg",2048,1367,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"importmanagerhub@sprylab.com","author_link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/author\/importmanagerhubsprylab-com\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"This five-mile walk explores gorgeous Cressbrook Dale, one of five valleys in the Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve in the Peak District.","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed\/23838"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/rss_feed"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/24"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23839"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23838"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23838"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
2. Ravensdale Cottages<\/h4>\nFollow the road uphill, keeping right. Near the top, drop down the narrow lane leading to Ravensdale Cottages (signed). The terrace cottages, tucked beneath soaring limestone cliffs, could be from a Hardy novel.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> The path navigates the deep sweep of Cressbrook Dale\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n3. Cressbrook Dale<\/h4>\nContinue straight on to follow a path alongside the brook. Cross the footbridge to climb through ash and wych elm woodlands with scrubby thorn bushes, creamy-white in spring.<\/div>\n4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>3. Cressbrook Dale<\/h4>\nContinue straight on to follow a path alongside the brook. Cross the footbridge to climb through ash and wych elm woodlands with scrubby thorn bushes, creamy-white in spring.<\/div>\n4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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4. Above the dale<\/h4>\nReaching the top of the dale, turn right to follow the edge. The grasslands contain patches of bloody cranesbill, the rare bird\u2019s-foot sedge and a canvas of other wildflowers.<\/div>\n![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div> Experience the breathtaking aroma of wild garlic in Cressbrook Dale\u2019s woodlands\/Credit: Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>5. Wardlow Hay Cop<\/h4>\nThrough the gate, ascend Wardlow Hay Cop, one of Derbyshire\u2019s finest meadows. The pointed pimple, 370 metres high, is managed by Natural England. It\u2019s rich in flora, including meadow oats, orchids<\/a> and mountain pansies.<\/div>\n6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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6. Hay Dale<\/h4>\nDrop down to the path south-west of the summit. Head south, then curve east, cutting across two upland fields before emerging onto the lane, dropping through Hay Dale to Bottomshill Road.<\/div>\n Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
<\/p><\/div>
<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\nTurn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\nDescend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n\n ![\"""\"]( "\\"\"\"\\"\/")
<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\nTerrain<\/h4>\nA mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\nParking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\nMonsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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Peak District walks<\/h4>\n
The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is one of Britain\u2019s most iconic landscapes \u2013 hike over hills, moors and mountains, amble beside idyllic rivers and climb through deep gorges with our guide to the best Peak District walks.<\/p>\n
- Best walks in the Peak District<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>
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<\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/section><\/div>\n7. Monsal Head<\/h4>\n
Turn left then take the footpath climbing to Monsal Head with refreshment options and superb views of the looping Wye River and the majestic viaduct.<\/div>\n8. Monsal Trail<\/h4>\n
Descend to the viaduct (signed), continuing north-west along the Monsal Trail with its railway heritage. Look out for an old brick hut on the left. Slip round the metal gate behind it, then head down the track and under the railway bridge. Cross the bridge spanning the River Wye, continuing to Bottomshill Road. Turn left for the car park \u2013 a short distance away.<\/div>\nCressbrook Dale map<\/h2>\n
Cressbrook Dale walking route and map<\/a><\/p>\n
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<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nUseful information<\/h3>\n
Terrain<\/h4>\n
A mix of country lanes, steep dale-side ascents and wide, flat trail.<\/div>\nStarting point<\/h4>\n
Parking at Upperdale layby next to Chatsworth Cottages, SK17 8SZ. Free. Public Transport: Hully\u2019s 257 service from Bakewell goes as far as Monsal Head.<\/div>\nEat and drink<\/h4>\n
Monsal Head Hotel and Bar<\/a>.<\/div>\nAccommodation<\/h4>\n
Monsal Head Hotel<\/a> or Park House Camping.<\/a><\/div>\n
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