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High Peak Group

We are the New Mills Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

 This is a walk from Whaley Bridge Canal Basin following the canal and Peak Forest Tramway to Chapel Milton, returning via The Courses, Laneside, Hallhill Farm,Lidgate, Eccles Fold, Sunart and Bings Wood.

A stop will be made for drinks around 11am and lunch around 1pm so bring food and drink.

Also water proofs and good boots are essential at this time of year.

Anyone wishing to join the walk is advised to inform walk leader in advance , providing contact details in order that you can be advised of any last minute changes.

Sunday, 7 December 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular

The walk will be along various tracks and paths with (at this time of year) puddles and some muddy patches. We will pass along canal and river with woodland and ascend onto open ground with potential for extensive views of this area of the High Peak. The route with level to start followed by some gradual ascent and descent.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 01241 81561
Nearest postcode:
SK23 7LU
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Start time:
9:30 am

Car Park located at end of Canal Street by the canal wharf

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