Ashford in the Water

From the CP we cross the lane then turn left onto a path leading to Pennyunk Lane. We follow this long steady ascent towards Monsal Head. Just before reaching the Hotel, we turn sharp left and descend through the trees to the footbridge and cross the river before proceeding along Monsal Dale to the A6. After crossing the road we proceed to Deep Dale. Just after entering the dale, we turn left and follow a steep track onto the higher ground. We cross several fields across fairly level terrain, with a couple of awkward stiles to the village of Sheldon which makes a pleasant lunch stop. We continue through the village and after passing the last house, we take a path on the left to begin our descent down to the A6. We need to follow the footpath before crossing the road and the River Wye back to the CP.