Date: Sunday, 5th May 2024
Start time: 09:30
Grade: Strenuous
Distance: 12.0 miles
Walk description
Lots of climbing on this epic walk along Derwent valley and well above on the moorland. We will be walking past several rock formations from Howden to Derwent Edge including: High Stones, Back Tor, Dovestone Tor and White Tor. Some of the most spectacular scenery in the Peak District.
Meeting point and parking
Meeting point: Derwent Overlook Car Park, Derwent Lane, Ashopton, Derbyshire.
Parking: Derwent Overlook Car Park, Derwent Lane, Ashopton (free) or Fairholmes Visitor Centre Car Park P&D. At weekends both car parks are very busy so early arrival is advised.
GPS Coordinates: 53.3968416, -1.7404747
Grid Reference: SK 17343 88944
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Nearest Postcode: S33 0AQ
Joining Us
If you wish to attend your first walk with Sheffield Walkers walking group please contact us a minimum 48 hours before the start of your chosen walk and we will add you to our list of walkers, notify the Walk Leader to expect you, and provide you with details of the meeting point and start time.
Please note: New walkers can join any easy or moderate walk for their first walk with us, but not a strenuous walk. Once they have walked with us all walks are open for them to join. For further information regarding membership please click here.