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United Kingdom
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East Midlands
Derbyshire
Derbyshire Dales
Curbar

Baslow Edge – Curbar Edge loop from Curbar

Moderate

4.7

(12)

159

hikers

Baslow Edge – Curbar Edge loop from Curbar

03:12

11.1km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

247 m

Baslow Edge

Highlight • Natural Monument

This dramatic gritstone edge offers wonderful views over the Peaks, towards Chatsworth Estate and to the Hope Valley. A classic moorland trail traverses the edge; expect ruts, rocks, heather, grit and great scenery.

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373 m

Baslow Edge

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

If you are walking along Baslow Edge, why not add the other 3 to your tour, Froggatt, Curbar, and the lesser known White Edge, great views all along here. Can get busy during the summer months.

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3

1.60 km

The Wellington Monument on Baslow Edge commemorates Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852). Wellington was British supreme commander during the Napoleonic Wars and rose to fame after his victory …

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4

1.87 km

View over Baslow

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Views aplenty along here. I find it particularly nice if you are an evening stroller, watching the sunset from atop the edge.

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5

2.83 km

View of Baslow

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Beautiful views well worth the rain today

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6

6.85 km

Calver Weir

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Calver Weir was built in the 19th century to provide water to power Calver Mill, a little further down the River Derwent. These days, the Grade II-listed structure is a …

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7

9.20 km

View from Curbar Edge

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a lovely and fairly easy walk. My tip, when you reach the bog, you'll know when, don't follow the Komoot crossing point. Move 25 yards to the right to cross and that way you'll keep your feet dry.

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8

9.41 km

Curbar Edge

Highlight • Natural Monument

Once famous for millstones, now known as great places to rock climb.

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11.1 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.94 km

3.60 km

1.04 km

445 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.49 km

3.43 km

1.22 km

1.22 km

983 m

730 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Wednesday 12 August

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