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Derbyshire Dales

High Peak Junction – Sheep Pasture Incline loop from Middleton

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Derbyshire Dales

High Peak Junction – Sheep Pasture Incline loop from Middleton

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High Peak Junction – Sheep Pasture Incline loop from Middleton

01:08

10.1km

240m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.40 km

Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Scenic panoramic views over Cromford and beyond.

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2

3.17 km

Sheep Pasture Engine House

Highlight • Historical Site

The Sheep Pasture incline house housed the steam beam engine which used to winch the trucks up the hill from the junction with the Cromford Canal and railway. This section …

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3

3.21 km

Middleton Top Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Middleton Top - the views across the valley are fantastic!

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4

5.17 km

Leawood Pumphouse

Highlight • Monument

Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal.

It is still in full working condition, check the website for operating dates throughout the summer season.

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5

5.55 km

Midland Railway Workshops at Derwent Valley Mills

Highlight • Monument

A very well preserved railway workshop, with a lot of interesting info, tools, equipment and objects from the past.

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6

5.59 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

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7

6.00 km

Sheep Pasture Incline

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Well done to anyone who manages to cycle up the full incline from High Peak junction to the nice seat at the top with a lovely view. The incline is …

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B

10.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.31 km

1.32 km

756 m

701 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.30 km

1.32 km

363 m

156 m

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