We are the Doncaster Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jackie and Catherine
Our walk today from Bakewell is 11.5 miles which can be shortened on the day if necessary. From the car park we make our way through Rutland Park, across the A61 and head uphill where we walk through woods and several fields before reaching our coffee stop. We then descend to Alport where there's a steep incline up towards Shining Brook quarry, which we revist on our return journey. At Over Haddon there are toilets and our lunch (and possible pub) stop. After lunch we continue to walk by the river through Lathkill Dale, which is one of the most picturesque valleys in the Peak District. We then have a steep climb back up to the quarry, this time crossing fields, eventually getting our first glimpse of Haddon Hall. We walk a short distance along the main road before turning right onto a footpath leading us back to the river. At this point we continue back into Bakewell along the river or if the weather is good, pick up the Monsal Trail, which again will lead us back to the start of the walk.
Walkers are reminded it is their responsibility to wear appropriate footwear/clothing, bring adequate food and drink and carry emergency contact details. Go to the Walks/Information for Walkers tab for more details.
Meet by the footbridge over the river (not the road bridge). The easiest parking is Bakewell Bridge car park (£6 all day) , although some limited parking is possible on Coombs road.
