Walk 43: Calke Abbey from Staunton Harold

A picturesque circular walk from Staunton Harold Reservoir to Calke Abbey, blending waterside paths, 15th Century Limeyards and historic parkland scenery.

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Created: 11 Feb 2026. Updated: 11 Feb 2026

Walk Details

  • Distance: 10.5 km (6.5 mi)
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Minimum Duration: 3 hrs
  • Refreshments: Cafe
  • Start Grid Ref: SK 37725 24465
  • W3W: blindfold.consonant.delight
  • Elevation Gain: 173m (568ft)
  • Route: Download .gpx file
About difficulty
  • Easy: Mostly flat terrain, suitable for beginners and families.
  • Moderate: Some hills and uneven ground, requires a basic level of fitness.
  • Hard: Steep climbs, rough terrain, suitable for experienced walkers with good fitness.

Start Point

Free parking is available at Staunton Harold National Trust car park – Staunton Harold, Calke Road, Melbourne, Derbyshire, DE73 8DL

Directions to the start point

Route Map

Weather

Forecast for the walk start

Plan for changing conditions on the hills.

Mon 28 Sep

Overcast

Temperature
9–17°C
Rain
0%
Wind
10 km/h

Tue 29 Sep

Overcast

Temperature
10–23°C
Rain
22%
Wind
21 km/h

Wed 30 Sep

Light rain

Temperature
14–21°C
Rain
98%
Wind
28 km/h

Forecast data updates hourly. Conditions can change quickly on the hills. Forecast data: Open-Meteo.

Guidance

Full written directions coming soon.

Safety First

Each route offers an overview only. Always carry a map and compass and know how to use them. Plan ahead, use common sense, and expect some risk. GPX files are recommended for support, but don’t rely on them as devices can fail. Actual distances are often longer than stated.

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Download Route File (.gpx)

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Leigh Walker

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Hi I'm Leigh, the creator Walk In Derbyshire. I've been walking in the Peak District National Park for over 30 years and have a huge passion for connecting with nature and hiking in the outdoors. I write up the all the walks for Walk In Derbyshire and am also the lead on our group hikes.

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