Chee Tor Tunnel – East Buxton Lime Kilns loop from King Sterndale

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Blackwell in the Peak CP

Chee Tor Tunnel – East Buxton Lime Kilns loop from King Sterndale

Moderate

5.0

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Chee Tor Tunnel – East Buxton Lime Kilns loop from King Sterndale

01:14

11.7km

150m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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1.10 km

Blackwell Mill and the River Wye — End of the Monsal Trail

Highlight • Bridge

You've made it to the end of the mighty Monsal Trail, Congratulations! A small detour off to the left will take you down to the River Wye where you can …

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1.25 km

Bike Hire Centre Café

Highlight • Rest Area

Place to stop for coffee at Bike Hire centre. Very friendly people. Little choice of snacks (chocolate bars and pot noodles) but coffee and tea available and nice outside tables …

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3.12 km

Chee Tor Tunnel

Highlight • Cycleway

This is the longest of the three railway tunnels here. It gets immediately more chilly once you are in during summer, which can be quite refreshing. Be careful with the …

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3.44 km

East Buxton Lime Kilns

Highlight • Monument

At a first glance from a distance these lime burning ovens look like the remainders of a bit strangely designed bridge. You can get in to understand better how they worked.

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5.95 km

Litton Mill Railway Cutting Ancient Lava Flow

Highlight • Natural Monument

As a geographical speciality lava bombs are visible here, where the lime was broken out in preparation of the railway track.

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7.87 km

Millers Dale Station and Cafe on the Monsal Trail

Highlight • Structure

The old railway station at Millers Dale has been restored by the National Parks Authority. There's a really nice cafe at the station.

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7.88 km

Monsal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Monsal Trail is an amazing spot for running. Being an old railway line, the ascents and descents are gradual, and there are some great views. And how many places …

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