River Lathkill — Twelve Weirs – Weirs on the River Lathkill loop from Youlgrave

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River Lathkill — Twelve Weirs – Weirs on the River Lathkill loop from Youlgrave

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River Lathkill — Twelve Weirs – Weirs on the River Lathkill loop from Youlgrave

00:55

8.49km

130m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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2.25 km

Lathkill Dale

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful spot for cycling and walking. It's a steep climb out either side but it's worth it!

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2.46 km

The River Lathkill in Lathkill Dale

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lathkill Dale is an enchanting limestone valley renowned for breathtaking displays of nature. The crystal-clear River Lathkill flows through the dale; which begins narrow and rocky but spreads into expansive …

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2.66 km

River Lathkill — Twelve Weirs

Highlight • Natural Monument

The River Lathkill is a winterbourne stream, it dries up over the summer. The Victorian's valued the clear water and excellent trout, so they built a series of weirs to …

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3.01 km

Weirs on the River Lathkill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Visited in summer and the river had all but disappeared. It's more overgrown now and not like it was in my youth. Still a very nice walk though!

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6.15 km

Peak Feast

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely little cafe with out side seating area. Ticks the two most important boxes - coffee and cakes to fuel those rides up and down the dales.

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6.15 km

Fountain View Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Bloomin' brilliant cafe!! Fab cakes and brill coffee, the savoury items looked awesome too😍

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6.21 km

Youlgreave village

Highlight • Rest Area

Charming village although very narrow for traffic. Parking wise there is a cat park just on the edge of the village which is well signed. It’s got an honesty box …

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