Carsington Water – Tissington Village loop from Kirk Ireton

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Carsington Water – Tissington Village loop from Kirk Ireton

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Carsington Water – Tissington Village loop from Kirk Ireton

02:56

44.2km

590m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.76 km

Blackwall Wood

Forest

5.40 km

Carsington Water

Highlight • Lake

If you are looking for an easier life cycle around the reservoir anticlockwise as this way you get the harder part out of the way in the first half of …

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9.25 km

Bradbourne Village

Highlight • Historical Site

A "doubly thankful" village. A thankful village is one where none of the inhabitants were killed in the First World War. A doubly thankful one is where no inhabitants were …

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10.4 km

Bradbourne Brook Ford

Highlight • Bridge

Fun for the fool hardy, slow and steady. Can be deep, be prepared to bail if your bike starts to slide out from under. At your own risk🚲😬. Bridge for the sensible 😉

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10.4 km

Ford Crossing at Peak District National Park

Highlight • River

There's a small footbridge next to the ford so take this to avoid getting wet!

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10.4 km

Bent Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Stunning views from the top of the hill. Race down to the Ford at the bottom.

Check the depth - if it’s too deep there is a bridge to the side.

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13.0 km

Tissington Village, located in England's Peak District, is a picturesque hamlet known for its well-preserved historic cottages, charming tea rooms, and an annual well dressing tradition. It embodies the quintessential charm of English countryside life.

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13.9 km

Tissington Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

The Tissington Trail is a 13-mile (21 km) traffic-free trail that links Ashbourne to Parsley Hay via the spectacular White Peak countryside. The compacted gravel trail is relatively smooth and …

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