Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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696 m

Knowleston Gardens

Forest

1.82 km

View of Matlock

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Nice to see people back in the town, seeing it empty during lockdown was sad.

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2.02 km

View of Riber Castle

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Riber Castle is one of the Peak’s famous follies having been built by a local industrialist to reside in at one time. It stands high above Matlock and is a …

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7.24 km

Viewpoint

11.5 km

Mill Pond

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The Mill Pond (aka Lower Pond) was originally a quarry but was converted into a reservoir in 1850 to supply a continuous flow of water to power machinery.

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11.6 km

Lumsdale Valley Mill Ruins and Waterfall

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Lumsdale valley holds some important examples of water powered mills in Britain. It was scheduled as an ancient monument in 2014 by Historic England. It has been owned by the …

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11.7 km

Lumsdale Falls

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Beautiful spot, currently access to the actual waterfall & mill ruins is NOT permitted at weekends. The area is fenced off and owned by the Arkwright Society who are preserving it

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11.7 km

Lumsdale Waterfall

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Ancient monument consisting of a cascade of industrial mill ruins. This is a lovely spot to stop and take a look around. Some mega waterfalls and ruins to check out.

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11.7 km

Lumsdale Waterfall

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impressive ❣️

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14.3 km

Hall Leys Park, Matlock

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An attractive town on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Matlock has a lot going for it. It rose to prominence in the 19th century, when John Smedley …

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14.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.30 km

3.47 km

1.29 km

866 m

431 m

210 m

Surfaces

6.75 km

3.10 km

2.42 km

1.30 km

692 m

311 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Sunday 12 April

13°C

1°C

11 %

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View of Matlock – Lumsdale Falls loop from Matlock

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Mill Pond

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