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Matlock and Lumsdale Magic

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Overview

Explore with us the treasures of Matlock and its Park (Hall Leys), Old Matlock and Matlock Green. Plus see the memorable sight of Lumsdale Falls and the remains of the water mills and associated buildings in this beautiful wooded gorge. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty and not to be missed!

 

 

Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.5km / 5.9mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.derbyshiredalesramblers.org.uk

Please ensure you have good stout footwear and plenty of food and drink. Plus please bring completed ICE cards. Although this is partly an urban walk there are areas which are more uneven underfoot. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 29823 60201
Nearest postcode:
DE4 3AT
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Start time:
10:30 am

Please note this is the meeting point: Hall Leys Park, Crown Square entrance. There are various options for parking in Matlock, including the car park off Derwent Way near the station and the Lido car park opposite the Imperial Rooms on Imperial Road. Street parking is also possible in certain locations.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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