6 great walks near Whaley Bridge
Derbyshire Life
Beautiful countryside outside Whaley Bridge by Paul Roberts - Credit: Archant
Whaley Bridge hit the headlines in the summer of 2019, when the Toddbrook Reservoir dam was in danger of collapse. Now that life is returning to relative normality, we can look towards exploring the beautiful areas surrounding the town.
1 A lovely view of Combs Reservoir on the descent from Eccles Pike by Sally Moseley - Credit: Archant
Whaley Bridge
0 miles from Whaley Bridge
This walk begins with a gentle stroll along a canal path to Bugsworth Basin, a historic former inland port. The route then progresses through Buxworth before ascending on a zig-zag course to Eccles Pike to embrace far-reaching views over a landscape of High Peak hills.
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The amazing Millennium Walkway - Credit: Archant
New Mills
4 miles from Whaley Bridge
Set off from New Mills, following a section of the Sett Valley Trail to Birch Vale and onto the Peak Forest Canal and Torrs Riverside Park.
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Discovering Disley by John Cocks - Credit: Archant
Disley
4 miles from Whaley Bridge
This walk takes in some of the early stretches of the Gritstone Trail, which winds its way from Disley to Kidsgrove in Staffordshire, taking in some awesome views over the Cheshire Plain from White Nancy at Kerridge and Tegg's Nose Country Park.
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Character cottages in Hayfield by Sally Moseley - Credit: Archant
Hayfield
5 miles from Whaley Bridge
Hayfield is an architectural treasure trove of early industrial housing. Combine this with moorland tracks, old footpaths and far reaching views for a fascinating walk.
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Climbers at the Windgather Rocks near Kettleshulme by Duncan Morgan - Credit: Archant
Kettleshulme
5 miles from Whaley Bridge
This circular walk from Pym Chair heads north towards Kettleshulme, passing by Todd Brook on the way in and venturing close to Goyt Forest on the way home.
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Barber Booth near Edale by David Wright - Credit: Archant
Vale of Edale
10 miles from Whaley Bridge
Far away from busy main roads, this undulating tour around the Vale of Edale following old paths, tracks and trails, enjoys dramatic views of distant peaks as well as offering an option to peep over the famous Great Ridge into neighbouring Hope Valley.
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All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change.
