Derbyshire Walks
These walks explore Farley Woods above the Derwent Valley near Matlock, following quiet woodland paths and nearby countryside on higher ground within this part of the Peak District.
Both routes pass through Farley Woods itself, where trees and sheltered tracks create a more enclosed setting compared with the surrounding hills, offering a straightforward way to enjoy this wooded corner of Derbyshire.
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Walk information
This short walk explores Farley Woods, a small patch of woodland on higher ground above the Derwent Valley near Matlock.
Paths wind through the trees and surrounding countryside, offering a quieter contrast to the more open moorland found elsewhere in the national park.
It’s a gentle little route for stretching the legs and enjoying a peaceful corner of Derbyshire’s wooded hills.
Walk information
If you have a bit more time for your adventure, then this longer route explores more of the woodlands in Farley Woods, a woodland area on higher ground above the Derwent Valley near Matlock.
As with all woodland walks, appropriate footwear might be necessary after wet weather.
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