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Dearne Valley Group

We are the Dearne Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

An easy/moderate walk from Fairholmes up to and along Derwent Edge which runs along the Derwent Moors. We will have stunning views over both the Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs. We will pass landmarks such as The Wheel Stones, Salt Cellar, Cakes of Bread to Lost Lad where we will have lunch. Following this we will descend back to Derwent Reservoir and return to Fairholmes. Don't forget to bring your cameras! Please note the earlier than usual start time of 9am

 

Sunday, 19 May 2024
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER START TIME OF 9AM FOR THIS WALK ONLY (to make it easier to find a parking space)

Cafe and toilets at the start and finish only

Car Parking approx £6

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 17271 89357
Nearest postcode:
S33 0AQ
what3words:
conquest.clipboard.blunt
Start time:
9:00 am

Upper Derwent Valley Visitor Centre, Fairholmes car park.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking