Turn right off the main road where it says Restricted Byway. when the wide track meets a gate veer right and go through 2 gates. ace bit that section. after the second gate you can either turn left and avoid a short climb or continue on the walled path for a short distance, then turn left to rejoin the top path. all fun from there. just be aware the concrete surfaced track is not the grippiest in damp weather as it is covered in loamy stuff and it also spits you out abruptly at the village cross!

Jonny H

June 9, 2019

Mountain biking

I rode this about 20 minutes after a heavy shower, the grip was virtually nonexistent, wet leaves and soil on top of concrete is not the best of riding surfaces!

Greg©️

May 5, 2022

Mountain biking

Did this in the dry, still careful modulating of the brakes, steep drop into Bonsall, one of the best segments in the Cromford Circuit Classic route

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1. Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Incline loop from Ambergate

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2. High Peak Junction – Middleton Top Engine House loop from Cromford

33.2km

03:03

770m

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3. Descent to Bonsall – Wye Bridge (crossing the River Wye) loop from Derbyshire

24.4km

01:52

400m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Bonsall, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Descent to Bonsall

1. Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Incline loop from Ambergate

2. High Peak Junction – Middleton Top Engine House loop from Cromford

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