Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside is a civil parish located within the High Peak district of Derbyshire, England. Approximately half of the parish lies within the Peak District National Park, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. The region features a mix of rugged gritstone uplands, serene valley country, and open moorland ridges, providing varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Its geographical position at the western edge of the Dark Peak landscape…
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(34)
131
hikers
8.23km
02:27
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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130
hikers
10.2km
02:53
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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89
hikers
6.02km
01:49
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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104
hikers
9.96km
03:12
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58
riders
25.3km
02:32
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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139
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44.2km
04:16
1,250m
1,250m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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36
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36.9km
03:39
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16.6km
01:42
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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60
runners
5.03km
00:38
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.77km
00:48
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.68km
00:48
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.6km
01:32
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
riders
48.4km
02:08
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
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62.0km
03:21
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

16
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66.7km
03:47
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
65.3km
03:27
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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30
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17.4km
01:04
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
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17.0km
01:36
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
riders
28.6km
01:49
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
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20.9km
01:26
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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28.4km
02:08
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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70.1km
05:03
1,470m
1,470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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12
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9.50km
00:31
60m
60m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
hikers
17.9km
05:27
560m
560m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
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8.60km
02:53
380m
380m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2
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11.0km
03:35
430m
430m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
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10.7km
03:05
260m
260m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features over 170 routes, with an average rating of 4.62 stars from more than 108,000 visitors.
The area provides an extensive network of hiking trails, from gentle walks to strenuous upland routes. Popular options include paths to Cracken Edge, Eccles Pike, and Chinley Churn. More details can be found in the Hiking around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide.
Yes, Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside offers several easy hiking routes suitable for less strenuous outings. Options include leisurely walks along the historic Peak Forest Canal and around the Bugsworth Basin. The Easy hikes around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide provides specific recommendations.
The region features several prominent hills offering challenging climbs and panoramic views. These include Chinley Churn North (1,500 feet / 457 meters), Chinley Churn South (1,480 feet / 451 meters), and South Head (1,620 feet / 494 meters). For more demanding routes, consult the Mountain Hikes around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide.
Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside offers diverse terrain for mountain biking, including challenging climbs and exhilarating descents. Notable trails include Monks Descent to Lantern Pike and the Roych Clough Downhill Trail. The MTB Trails around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide details various routes.
Touring cyclists can enjoy gentle, traffic-free routes along the historic Peak Forest Canal, such as the Whaley Bridge Basin loop. More strenuous rides with gravel sections and elevation gain, like the Coldwell Clough Gravel Trail, are also available. Explore routes in the Cycling around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide.
Yes, the area provides various road cycling routes, utilizing local roads and scenic paths. These routes cater to different fitness levels and offer opportunities to explore the surrounding landscape. Specific options are outlined in the Road Cycling Routes around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside guide.
Key natural features include the gritstone uplands of Chinley Churn and South Head, offering panoramic views. The historic Bugsworth Basin, the terminus of the Peak Forest Canal, is a significant local attraction. The region also features dramatic gorges like Torrs Riverside Park.
Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 108,000 visitors having explored its routes. The community has contributed over 15,000 ratings, resulting in an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars for the area's routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside, MTB Trails around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside, and Cycling around Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside. There are also guides for easy hikes, running trails, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.
The official website for the Chinley, Buxworth & Brownside Parish Council, which serves the area, is www.chinleybuxworthbrownside-pc.gov.uk. This site provides local news and information relevant to the parish.
The Chinley, Buxworth & Brownside Parish Council can be contacted by phone at +4416637501. This number can be used for local inquiries and information regarding the parish.

