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Overview

A fabulous walk to explore the natural wonders of Alport Castles. Starting from the Fair Holmes carpark on the edge of Ladybower we will start our ascent up through Locker brook coppice before heading across the moors above Bellhagg and Pasture Tors. After reaching Alport Castles we descend to Alport farm and then down to the bridge across the river Ashop. We then recross the river further on before climbing back up to Rowlee farm. Crossing the path near the start we descend down to the reservoir and finish with a gentle stroll by the water.

Fairly strenuous with a couple of steep ascents. Expect mud/boggy ground so good boots required.

Hopefully fabulous views if the weather is kind!

 

Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.6km / 9.7mi
Ascent:
542.5m / 1780ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 17244 89306
Nearest postcode:
S33 0AQ
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breathing.bunny.scarf
Start time:
10:00 am

The car park is located on the LHS of Ladybower reservoir. The turn off for the approach road is on the L as you approach from Glossop, just before the bridge over the water

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 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