Tissington, Ilam, Dove Holes ramble WITH EARLY START

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Overview

Circular walk from Tissington, with refreshments en route in the beautiful grounds of Ilam Hall. Some steep ascents and descents with great views of the Dove valley, before returning via undulating field paths.

PLEASE NOTE THE EARLY START TIME

Sunday, 29 June 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 5:00 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Bring a packed lunch; if you have hiking poles you may wish to bring these along too. There are toilets at the Tissington Public car park, and also at Ilam Hall (National Trust).

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 17769 52050
Nearest postcode:: DE6 1RA
what3words:: stilted.slide.listening

Start time:: 9:30 am

Take the A52 to Ashbourne, then the A515 to Tissington. The Peak District car park and toilets (Tissington Trail) are signed. Public car park (and toilets) in Tissington. Pay and Display - card (all day parking: £6.60).

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