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Walking Trails

Some of the best walking trails and walking routes in the Peak District and Derbyshire.

Great Walks in the Peak District & Derbyshire

Get out in the fresh air for an adventure with the family in the Peak District and Derbyshire and discover a huge variety of walking routes and walking trails to explore Peak District walks.

Whether you're looking for easy walks or longer hikes, the Peak District and Derbyshire is the perfect place to discover some of the finest walks in the UK. Did you know, the Peak District village of Edale was recently voted the most popular place in the country to start a walk!

On this page you'll find everything from circular walking routes in the Peak District to challenging hikes through dramatic Derbyshire countryside, and everything in-between.


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Upper Peak Forest Canal

Enjoy a scenic route along the upper part of the Peak Forest Canal, a once-bustling industrial hub in the Goyt Valley.

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Lightwood Old Reservoir walk from Buxton station

A pretty circular walk that takes you through the home of the Buxton Pure Life water source bottled at the nearby factory.

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A Stroll along Cromford Canal

A walk along the old canal tow path on the five mile stretch through the Derwent Valley between Ambergate and Cromford passing through the village of…

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The Pennine Bridleway

The Pennine Bridleway is a 205 miles (330 Km) long National Trail running through the Pennine hills from Derbyshire to Cumbria.

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Higger Tor & Carl Wark

Explore the spectacular terrain on the plateau of Higger Tor and the nearby tor of Carl Wark, regarded as an Iron Age hill fort.

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Whaley Bridge Heritage Walk

Discover the beauty of Whaley Bridge’s scenery and the heritage of its Industrial past.

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Calke to Staunton Harold walking trail

Enjoy a leisurely walk from Calke Abbey to Staunton Harold, with views over the reservoir, arable fields and woodland.

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Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge Walk

This beautiful walk starts and ends in the peaceful Longshaw Estate, owned and managed by the National Trust.

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