Monk’s Dale is like something from a fairytale. The upper section is a moss-covered jumble of rocks and trees. While hard underfoot, it’s extremely atmospheric. It opens up into a typical limestone valley grassland that bursts into a riot of colour in spring as wildflowers blossom. In April and May, the dale erupts into a chorus of birdsong. That said, you’ll find hikes here enjoyable in any season.

Adventurer Nic

February 3, 2020

Hiking

Like a forgotten valley. Moss covers everything and the water runs really clear here. So beautiful.

Hannah

April 23, 2021

Hiking

Wear some proper walking boots! It gets rocky and tough going in places but it's a beautiful place.

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1. Chee Dale Stepping Stones – Rhubarb Buttress Cliffs loop from Blackwell in the Peak CP

13.1km

03:45

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Wye Valley – Monk's Dale loop from Blackwell in the Peak CP

11.9km

03:16

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Monk's Dale – Litton Mill loop from Tideswell CP

11.4km

03:07

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 981 m

Uphill 40 m

Downhill 20 m

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Tuesday 10 March

9°C

3°C

30 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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

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Mam Tor Summit and Trig Point

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Litton Mill

Great Ridge Path to Mam Tor

Tideswell Dale

Monk's Dale

1. Chee Dale Stepping Stones – Rhubarb Buttress Cliffs loop from Blackwell in the Peak CP

2. View of Wye Valley – Monk's Dale loop from Blackwell in the Peak CP

3. Monk's Dale – Litton Mill loop from Tideswell CP

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