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- Distance: 6 Miles
- Date: Sat 20th June
- Time: 9:15 AM - 1:15 PM
- Location Name: Alstonfield Playing Field Car Park
- Address: Playing field car park, Top Of Hope, Alstonefield DE6 2FX, United Kingdom
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Walk Description:
Discover rural Derbyshire on this largely circular route from the iconic Heage Windmill, exploring quiet footpaths, canal lines, country lanes and open fields as you follow sections of the Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution story.
The walk begins at the windmill and soon leads down through fields and stile crossings towards the former line of the Cromford Canal, where level towpaths offer a restful section beside water and woodland. Continuing onward, the route climbs gently back towards Lower Hartshay, then heads across farmland and through gates towards Park Lane and the farm tracks beyond. The final stretch takes you along village roads past historic buildings, including the parish church and traditional village pubs, before returning to the windmill finish point.
This walk combines gentle climbs, open pastoral landscapes and historical landmarks — all with moderate terrain and plenty of interest for walkers keen to enjoy countryside views and local heritage.
At the end of the walk there is the option to visit the Windmill.
Admission Prices 2026 Adult – £6.00 Concessionary – £5.00 Walk Information ·
Distance: 8.5 km
Gradients: Ascent 125 m
Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours
Grade: Moderate
Important Information
Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the conditions.
Bring snacks and a hot drink of your choice.
If you are likely to be delayed, please contact your WALX Guide by phone, leaving a voicemail or sending an SMS text to the number listed below.
Whilst we understand that occasionally it may not be possible to attend a walk, please note that we operate a no-refund policy for cancellations made with less than 12 hours’ notice.
Location Notes:
Free parking at the time of writing. Take the A515 Buxton Road out of Ashbourne turning off at Newton House Hotel onto Green lane the Lode Lane into Alstonefield. Bare left onto The Green past the George Pub, bear left again to The Top Of Hope and the parking area is on the right hand side.
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