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Overview

Farm tracks and grassy/ gravel paths over low hillocks, visiting Thomas Telford's birthplace and former antimony mine. Options for lower gradients if preferred. Park opposite Mains Farm buildings, leaving room for tractors through the gate. 

Sunday, 15 March 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
circular

Maps  Lr 79  Ex 323

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 29400 91601
Nearest postcode:
DG13 0NJ
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Start time:
10:30 am

Minor road off B709 near Bentpath

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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 £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE