4.2km
Total Distance
120m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A flat and popular rail trail following the former Midland Railway through the heart of the Peak District. The traffic-free path passes through old tunnels and crosses the spectacular Headstone Viaduct at Monsal Head high above the River Wye. Superb easy walking.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Shelter · 2km
  2. 2
    Viewpoint · 3.7km
  3. 3
    Headstone Viaduct View
    at the end · Viewpoint
Bus stop
Hassop (Old Station) · 167m from the start
Surface
gravel 83%, paved 17%
Marked route
Monsal Trail

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Difficulty

1/5 · Very Easy