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Derbyshire Dales

Climb to Hargatewall – View of the Peak District loop from Litton

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Derbyshire Dales

Climb to Hargatewall – View of the Peak District loop from Litton

Hard

12

riders

Climb to Hargatewall – View of the Peak District loop from Litton

02:53

40.5km

650m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.6 km for 129 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.54 km

Tideswell Village and St John the Baptist Church

Highlight • Religious Site

A pretty village in the heart of the Peak District. Made famous for its 14th century church, St John the Baptist. Otherwise known as "The Cathedral of the Peak". Some …

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2

5.35 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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3

8.74 km

Climb to Hargatewall

Highlight • Viewpoint

A sharp testing climb which will get the legs warmed up. Don't forget to turn around and take a look at the view behind you on the way up.

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4

20.0 km

Vegan Breakfast at Chakra Lounge

Highlight • Cafe

5

20.1 km

Serpentine Style Cycle Parking

Highlight • Parking

Serpentine style cycle parking

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6

21.0 km

Devonshire Dome

Highlight • Historical Site

The largest free standing dome on a building in Europe, this building is part of the University of Derby (was the hospital at one time). There is a cafe, restaurant …

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7

21.1 km

Buxton Brewery Tap

Highlight • Restaurant

Good place to finish a ride. Excellent beer and a stone's throw from the station for the train back towards Manchester

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8

32.3 km

View of the Peak District

Highlight • Natural Monument

Take a break and have a look in front of you

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B

40.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.0 km

4.79 km

3.34 km

3.29 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.1 km

10.4 km

3.59 km

204 m

183 m

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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