Chatsworth - Pilsley circular walk

Derbyshire Dales Group

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Overview

Circular walk from Chatsworth House via Baslow, Pilsley and Edensor. Parking should be free, but please check beforehand.

Thursday, 15 January 2026

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: 304.8m / 1000ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://derbyshiredalesramblers.org.uk

The walk will cover varied terrain, so please ensure you have good stout footwear, waterproof clothing and plenty of food and drink. Plus please carry a completed ICE card.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 26100 70301
Nearest postcode:: DE45 1PP
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Chatsworth Hall carpark - should be free at this time of year, please check.

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