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Little Longstone

Bakewell Bridge – Monsal Trail loop from Little Longstone CP

Moderate

4.8

(104)

495

hikers

Bakewell Bridge – Monsal Trail loop from Little Longstone CP

03:48

13.9km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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7.73 km

Bakewell Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Bakewell Bridge is a beautiful structure that crosses the River Wye. The Grade I-listed five-arched bridge was constructed in the 13th century. Close to the bridge is prime duck-feeding territory. …

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2

8.76 km

Good alternative route back to Bakewell instead of the Monsal trail. We did a loop from Bakewell out along the Monsal trail and then back along this route. Would recommend, although could be muddy in winter.

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12.1 km

Great Longstone for Ashford railway station was a station which served Great and Little Longstone in the Peak District of Derbyshire. It was opened in 1863 by the Midland Railway …

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12.4 km

Monsal Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

The Monsal Trail is an 8.5 mile (14 km) long bridleway route that takes in some beautiful places, such as Headstone Viaduct, and has superb scenic views throughout. It stretches …

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5

12.9 km

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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13.5 km

Headstone Tunnel

Highlight • Trail

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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7

13.7 km

Such a pleasant walk great for beginners

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13.7 km

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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13.9 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.07 km

4.98 km

1.09 km

447 m

250 m

Surfaces

5.79 km

3.47 km

2.89 km

816 m

539 m

264 m

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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