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Monsal Dale Weir – Headstone Viaduct Loop from Bakewell

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Monsal Dale Weir – Headstone Viaduct Loop from Bakewell

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January 13, 2022

Monsal Dale Weir – Headstone Viaduct Loop from Bakewell

Hard

05:39

20.2km

3.6km/h

370m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.50 km

Magpie Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

Historical records of Magpie Mine date back to 1739, but it is widely believed to be over 300 years old. The crumbling remains are surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a really interesting place to explore.

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13.2 km

Monsal Dale Weir

Highlight • River

Another delightful sight just down from the viaduct. While it may look like a waterfall, it's actually a weir. This is a great spot to have lunch and get a …

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13.6 km

Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale

Highlight • Viewpoint

Monsal Dale is a picturesque wooded gorge where natural beauty and industrial heritage combine magnificently. The River Wye meanders steadily along the dale and wildflower displays abound in spring and …

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13.7 km

View of the Headstone Viaduct from the River Wye

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely part of the Monsal trail, with a brilliant cafe at the top, this place can get really busy during the summer months.

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13.9 km

Headstone Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Headstone Viaduct is a breathtaking structure that crosses Monsal Dale. The five-arch bridge, which is 70 feet (21 m) tall at its highest point, affords fine views over the River …

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14.0 km

Headstone Tunnel

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Stretching for 1,598 feet (487 m), Headstone Tunnel is the longest of all the tunnels on the Monsal Trail. Despite being well lit, it’s still a dark and cool place …

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14.2 km

View of Monsal Head and the Headstone Viaduct

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Monsal Head is one of the most photographed viewpoints in Derbyshire – and for good reason! Overlooking the impressive Headstone Viaduct crossing the picturesque Monsal Dale, it truly is a …

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15.0 km

View of Monsal Viaduct and Waterfall

Highlight • Bridge

The weir is restricted access because of repairs, but you can walk by it and take photos.
When approaching the viaduct, if you want to walk across it, walk up …

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20.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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14.6 km

2.76 km

1.46 km

1.10 km

246 m

112 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

2.60 km

1.91 km

1.73 km

1.66 km

1.61 km

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Monsal Dale Weir – Headstone Viaduct Loop from Bakewell

Magpie Mine

Monsal Dale Weir

Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale

View of the Headstone Viaduct from the River Wye

Headstone Viaduct

Headstone Tunnel

View of Monsal Head and the Headstone Viaduct

View of Monsal Viaduct and Waterfall

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