High Peak Trail & Cromford Canal

Middleton Top Visitor Centre
Middleton By Wirksworth
Derbyshire
DE4 4LS

Tel: +44 (0)1629 823 204
Fax: +44 (0)1629 825 336
Email: countrysideservice@derbyshire.gov.uk
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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The High Peak Trail is a 17.5 miles traffic free trail across the White Peak for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.

The trail links with a number of other trails including the Tissington Trail and the route around Carsingtin Water providing many miles of cycling ask for our leaflet and is the starting point of the Pennine Bridleway.




Opening Times
(2011 times)
Most facilities are open at weekends throughout the year and daily for holidays and in summer but please check opening times before your visit. Contact Countryside Service, Middleton Top Visitor Centre.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Please telephone for details.

Car Park charge.

Directions
Use public transport to avoid the frustration of traffic jams and crowded car parks. The rail service from Derby to Matlock is regular and the stations at Cromford, Whatstandwell and Ambergate offer good access to the trail and canal. Buses are frequent along the A6.
The car parks at Cromford Wharf and High Peak Junction are signed from the A6 out of Cromford. Black Rocks and Middleton Top are signed from the Cromford to Wirksworth road (B5036).
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High Peak Trail & Cromford Canal Postcode for SatNav: DE4 4LS

Nearby Attractions
National Stone Centre (6 Miles)*
Admission to our dramatic fifty acre site, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, revealing a fossil tropical seascape 330 million years old, is free.
Wirksworth Heritage Centre (6 Miles)*
The Story of Wirksworth encompasses the history of the town from prehistoric times to the modern day.
Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath (7 Miles)*
From the moment you enter Gulliver's you enter another world where your imagination can roam free. Gulliver's Matlock Bath is nestled in a stunning hillside location where much of the magic comes from the amazing scenery and views.
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Nearby Hotels
Peveril of the Peak Hotel (3 Miles)*
Nestling amidst breathtaking Peakland scenery and in 18 acres of grounds, this historic hotel offers a relaxing retreat from the fast pace of modern life.
The Dog & Partridge Country Inn (5 Miles)*
This splendid 17th century inn is peacefully situated in the hamlet of Swinscoe on the Derbyshire/ Staffordshire border. Situated on the edge of the Peak district, close to Alton Towers, Dovedale, Ashbourne, Chatsworth House and Haddon.
Station Hotel , Formerly Beresford Arms (5 Miles)*
In Ashbourne, Station Hotel has free Wi-Fi and free ample parking, 15 minutes' from Alton Towers. The town centre and bus station are a 2-minute walk away.
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Nearby Self Catering
Roystone Grange (2 Miles)*
Set in a peaceful valley in the Peak District National Park, the Old Farmhouse dating from the 18th Century is listed and is full of character.
Netherton Hall Cottages (3 Miles)*
We have 3 luxurious cottages very carefully converted from the 17 century buildings attached to Netherton Hall on the edge of the Peak District. Located 1.5 mile from Carsington Water and 5 minutes from Tissington.
Clipshead Farm Cottage (3 Miles)*
Clipshead Farm Cottage is a contemporary idylic barn conversion located in the historic village of Brassington in the Derbyshire Peak District. Clipshead Farm cottage sleeps up to 4 guests and is finished to a high Standard.
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