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East Staffordshire Group

We are the East Staffordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in the East Staffordshire area to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

This walk begins in the pretty Derbyshire village of Winster, surrounded by the limestone cliffs and drystone walls typical of the White Peak. From here, we follow the Limestone Way, descending into the village of Bonsall. A short climb out of the village is followed by a descent into the hamlet of Snitterton, and then along Wensley Dale.

The route continues through Cambridge and Clough Woods, before a short, steep descent through Stoop Wood and a gentle ascent back into Winster. The wooded sections, particularly Clough Wood, can be muddy after heavy rain.

This is an undulating walk through classic Derbyshire countryside, offering fine views when the weather is kind.

Saturday, 20 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
534.3m / 1753ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 23876 60247
Nearest postcode:
DE4 2DR
what3words:
bagpipes.retract.corner
Start time:
10:00 am

Small car park but there is roadside parking available

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