Walk Details
- Distance: 12.9 km (8 mi)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Minimum Duration: 3.5 hrs
- Refreshments: Pub Cafe
- Start Grid Ref: SK 28994 55701
- W3W: headset.subplot.depended
- Elevation Gain: 442m (1450ft)
- 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 roadside parking is available on Steeple Arch Road (Black Rocks), Wirksworth, DE4 4GT. Alternatively, paid parking is available in the car park just off Steeple Arch Road at Black Rocks.
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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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Created: 14/04/22. Updated: 28/01/26
