Cressbrook Dale – Headstone Viaduct loop from Wardlow

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Cressbrook Dale – Headstone Viaduct loop from Wardlow

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Cressbrook Dale – Headstone Viaduct loop from Wardlow

04:08

14.0km

380m

Hiking

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: August 23, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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931 m

View of Peter's Stone

Highlight • Viewpoint

A beautiful natural feature that dominates Cressbrook Dale as you wander through the dale floor. The wind can whistle through here, and it gives you a great vantage point to …

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1.67 km

Cressbrook Dale

Highlight • Cave

A gorgeous and steep descent or ascent, depending on which direction you're approaching from. So much to see, from ancient rock formations (including the beautiful Peter's Stone) to wooded dells, …

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4.79 km

View of Cressbrook Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Great little sign to provide some information about the Area.

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6.15 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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6.38 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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7.03 km

Wooden Bridge Over River in Peak District National Park

Highlight • River

Such a pleasant walk great for beginners

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7.05 km

View of Monsal Head and the Headstone Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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11.3 km

Longstone Moor

Highlight • Natural

A good yomp in all directions, pitted with abandoned mine shafts (don't worry, stick to the footpaths, there are plenty of warnings all around the moor!) and some fantastic rock features.

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14.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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