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Overview

Starting at Hartington, we visit Biggin Dale, Wolfscote Dale, Milldale, Alstonefield, Beresford Dale and return to Hartington

Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
circular

Lovely walk along dales. Some short climbs.

Free parking at Hartington

Toilets at Hartington, Milldale and Alstonefield

Pubs and cafes at end

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 12795 60496
Nearest postcode:
SK17 0AW
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car parking near duck pond in centre of Hartington

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