Chee Dale Stepping Stones – River Wye Stepping Stones loop from Blackwell

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Chee Dale Stepping Stones – River Wye Stepping Stones loop from Blackwell

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Chee Dale Stepping Stones – River Wye Stepping Stones loop from Blackwell

01:20

11.7km

240m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 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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137 m

Monsal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Monsal Trail is an amazing spot for running. Being an old railway line, the ascents and descents are gradual, and there are some great views. And how many places …

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2.91 km

Bike Hire Centre Café

Highlight • Rest Area

Place to stop for coffee at Bike Hire centre. Very friendly people. Little choice of snacks (chocolate bars and pot noodles) but coffee and tea available and nice outside tables …

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4.10 km

Chee Dale Stepping Stones

Highlight • Structure

Check the water levels before you go - it's a long walk back if the water is over the tops of the stones

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4.55 km

Chee Dale: Stepping Stones and Cliffs

Highlight • Trail

Decent walk with a good mix of terrain and surroundings. Wet day so footing was often slippy, so take care in some of the trickier sections.

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4.56 km

River Wye Stepping Stones

Highlight • River

The stepping stones are often submerged so plan your visit when the water level is low. Getting to them with a bike is a bit challenging (a few tall steps …

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5.06 km

River Wye in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Trail

Rocks and plank allow crossing of the river here, although may be submerged or dangerous after heavy rain.

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5.61 km

River Wye

Highlight • Natural

Waiting for one to come up for sale,could be a long wait

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10.6 km

Chee Tor Tunnel

Highlight • Cycleway

This is the longest of the three railway tunnels here. It gets immediately more chilly once you are in during summer, which can be quite refreshing. Be careful with the …

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