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

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

Overview

Ashford in the Water, Monsal Head, Sheldon and Sheepwash Bridge Circular.

This 7.5 mile circular walk will take us from the village of Ashford in the water, up to Monsal Head to take in long views over Monsal Dale and its viaduct. From there we drop down to and along the River Wye. We will cross over and go up through Deepdale Nature Reserve and sweep round to Sheldon before dropping back to the Sheepwash Bridge and back to the village.

Total elevation is 925 feet.

The walk is over limestone rocks in parts and can be slippy/dangerous if wet. Please ensure appropriate footwear.  Poles would be helpful. There is livestock on the walk and dogs are not advised.

There is a small car park in the village where we will meet (£2 honesty box) at Court Lane, Ashford in the Water, DE45 1QG. What 3 words ///ladder.airbrush.pokers

There is also some on road parking. There are public toilets at the car park (20p honesty box ) 

Sunday, 5 October 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
281.9m / 925ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 19438 69777
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1QG
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cursing.fishnet.ounce
Start time:
10:00 am

Walk start point is the car park Court Lane, Ashford in the Water, DE45 1QG (£2 honesty box). What 3 words ///ladder.airbrush.pokers There is also some on road parking. There are public toilets at the car park (20p honesty box ).

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