Derbyshire Walks

Lathkill Dale Walks & Route Maps

Lathkill Dale walk, Derbyshire
Lathkill Dale · Photo: Philip Halling

These walks explore Lathkill Dale in the White Peak, one of Derbyshire’s most striking limestone valleys, where the River Lathkill runs through a deep, narrow landscape of pale rock and grassy slopes.

Both routes follow the dale itself before climbing out onto higher ground and joining sections of the Limestone Way, with a pub near the end of the walk providing a welcome place to stop and take in the views across the surrounding countryside.

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Walk information

Lathkill Dale Walk 1

Walk distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

This short walk explores one of the Peak District’s most loved limestone valleys.

First, you'll descend down into Lathkill Dale which is shaped by pale rock, grassy slopes, and the clear waters of the River Lathkill, one of the region’s most striking natural rivers.

After a wonderful and adventurous walk along the river and dale itself, you'll then take a steady climb up though peaceful countryside to a lovely pub with great views towards the end of the walk.

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Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly5.0 / 5
Path condition5.0 / 5
Buggy friendly3.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities5.0 / 5
Pub or café1.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingPlenty of climbing
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Walk information

Lathkill Dale Walk 2

Walk distance
7¼ miles
Time
3.5 hours
Route type
Circular

If you have a lot more time and energy for your walk, this longer route explores much more of Lathkill Dale, one of the Peak District’s best-known limestone valleys.

After a long and adventurous riverside walk through the Dale itself, you'll then climb up the steep rocky path and then join sections of the Limestone Way as it sweeps though miles of peaceful and lovely open countryside.

As with the first route, there is also a welcoming pub towards the end providing great views and a well earned reward of refreshments.

Lathkill Dale Walk 2 5.0 Ratings and reviews 1 rating

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Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly3.0 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly4.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities4.0 / 5
Pub or café5.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelWellies when wet

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The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Lathkill Dale Walk 1, a 2 mile circular walk in Derbyshire