We are the Sheffield Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Richard B.
Kelstedge - Ashover - Tansley - Dethick - Upper Holloway - Lea Bridge (BOP for Cromford) - Riber - Matlock
Mostly on good footpaths/tracks with the odd short section on country roads.
There are a number of hills on the walk ,which should not be under estimated, with the biggest ascent and descent towards the end of the day between Lea Bridge and Matlock. There is also one very steep downhill section on man made steps through woodland below Upper Holloway where care will be required. However, there is a perfectly good handrail down most of this descent which is definitely safe to use.
The bluebells should be out in both Lea and Coumbs Woods which are on route and are well worth the visit.
Catch the 8.31am X17 Matlock bus from the Sheffield Interchange to Kelstedge which arrives at 9.43am.
Car users can park at Matlock and catch the 9.35am X17 bus going towards Sheffield to Kelstedge, arriving at 9.51 am. Please notify the leader in advance if you are planning to do this as we will ensure we wait for this bus to arrive before commencing with the walk.
No public toilets until the very end of the walk.
Bus stop on The Causeway at Kelstedge.
Hall Leys Park, Matlock
