Nine Ladies Stone Circle, Stanton Moor, Stanton, Derbyshire
Date: Thursday, 18th January 2024
Start time: 10:30
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 6.5 miles
Walk description
Setting off from the car park we cross over the rivers Derwent and Wye via two bridges and then along a quiet lane which leads uphill past the impressive Stanton Woodhouse. Climbing steadily upwards along grassy tracks, quiet lanes and good paths we make our way onto Stanton Moor. Passing the Gray’s Tower folly we cross the moor, enjoying wonderful all-round views before arriving at the Nine Ladies stone circle (good spot for lunch).
Leaving the moor along field, woodland paths and quiet lanes we make the descent back to Rowsley with extensive views along the way.
Meeting point and parking
Meeting point: Car Park, Old Station Close, Rowsley, Derbyshire.
Parking: As above.
GPS Coordinates: 53.1891676, -1.6146469
Grid Reference: SK 25846 65856
What3Words: trips.escaping.losing
Nearest Postcode: DE4 2EL
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