Riber Castle, Cromford & Matlock Bath loop from Matlock

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Riber Castle, Cromford & Matlock Bath loop from Matlock

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Riber Castle, Cromford & Matlock Bath loop from Matlock

04:26

15.2km

390m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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192 m

Hall Leys Park, Matlock

Highlight • Settlement

An attractive town on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Matlock has a lot going for it. It rose to prominence in the 19th century, when John Smedley …

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2.02 km

View of Riber Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Riber Castle is one of the Peak’s famous follies having been built by a local industrialist to reside in at one time. It stands high above Matlock and is a …

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6.27 km

Lea Wood Ancient Woodland

Highlight • Natural

Ancient woodland loaded with birds and other wildlife. Carpets of bluebells in late spring make this a great place to visit in April.

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8.18 km

Cromford Canal towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

Spot the Cromford canal stegosaurus hiding in the trees

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9.23 km

Cromford Mills and Canal

Highlight • Monument

One of the cradles of the Industrial Revolution, Cromford is a scenic village with a rich history. The village will forever be associated with the pioneering endeavours of Sir Richard …

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10.9 km

Lovers Walk was possibly the earliest example of a public pleasure ground. It was originally a series of paths on the east side of the river Derwent accessed by a ferry boat. The bridge was installed in 1969.

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13.0 km

High Tor and Giddy Edge

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The footpath along the summit is commonly known as Giddy Edge, unfenced and not recommended for small children . There is a small metal handrail afixed to the inside edge (of the cliff) totally spectacular.

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