Carsington Water and Brassington, Derbyshire

West Midlands Walking Group

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Overview

From the attractive Carsington Water we head up to the hills past industrial heritage to reach a high point at Harborough Rocks. Then along a section of the the High Peak Trail to Brassington, and a possible pub stop before following quiet lanes back to the car park.

Sunday, 8 February 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:: 350m / 1148ft
Type:: circular

Liftshare available from Bassets Pole, on service road behind Harvester restaurant off A446 exit at the roundabout with A38/A453. 9.15am

Features

Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 24136 51656
Nearest postcode:: DE6 1ST
what3words:: starfish.social.humid

Start time:: 10:30 am

Carsington Water visitor centre car park (charge £7).

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