Alstonfield, Wolfscote Dale and Hartington

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Overview

This is a good winter walk that includes something of the transition zone where the Peak District's gritstone and limestone regions meet. More dramatically, the limestone forms the sheer cliffs towering over Wolfscote Dale, giving a theatrical Peakland landscape.

Sunday, 22 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:: 352m / 1155ft
Type:: circular

There are good paths through pasture and woodland although the dale can be subject to flooding if there has been heavy rain. There are a variety of tea shops in Hartington.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 12981 55602
Nearest postcode:: DE6 2FR
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Alstonefield, car park and bus stop by the public toilets on the lane to Hulme End and Hartington.

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