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Headstone Tunnel – Headstone Viaduct loop from Great Longstone

Moderate

30

runners

Headstone Tunnel – Headstone Viaduct loop from Great Longstone

00:55

8.54km

140m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

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Bus stop

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2.56 km

Headstone Tunnel and Ancient Trail Under Monsal Head

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2

2.65 km

Headstone Tunnel

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One of the many tunnels that have been reopened for walkers and cyclists on the Monsal Trail. Runs under the beauty spot of Monsal Head (cafe, pub and viewpoint on top of the hill).

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2.65 km

The weir is restricted access because of repairs, but you can walk by it and take photos.
When approaching the viaduct, if you want to walk across it, walk up …

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4

3.18 km

Headstone Tunnel

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Stretching for 1,598 feet (487 m), Headstone Tunnel is the longest of all the tunnels on the Monsal Trail. Despite being well lit, it’s still a dark and cool place …

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5

3.40 km

Headstone Viaduct

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Headstone Viaduct is a breathtaking structure that crosses Monsal Dale. The five-arch bridge, which is 70 feet (21 m) tall at its highest point, affords fine views over the River …

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6

4.63 km

Great views of Cressbrook Mill from the Monsal Trail and one of the many tunnels reopened for cycling on the Trail. Tunnels are all lit although you may want to …

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7

4.69 km

Monsal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Monsal Trail is a traffic-free route that runs for 8.5 miles (13.7 km) between Blackwell Mill and Bakewell. The compacted gravel trail winds through picturesque limestone dales and long …

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6.94 km

Little Longstone Congregational Chapel

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Grade ll listed chapel. Really beautiful and worth a visit.

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8.54 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.89 km

3.61 km

859 m

158 m

Surfaces

3.97 km

3.24 km

1.07 km

236 m

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Lowest point (170 m)

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Monday 5 October

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12°C

65 %

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