Lovely Lathkill Dale - Sunday 28 April 2024
Lovely Lathkill Dale - Sunday 28 April 2024
9.5 miles
Explore part of the Limestone Way with views across the White Peak plateau before descending into Lathkill Dale National Nature Reserve. Here in the depths of one of the most beautiful Derbyshire Dales, nature has shrouded the mills, mines and quarries of an industrial past leaving a home for wildlife like Dippers and Grey Wagtails. We will be looking at the wildlife in the area including identifying wild flowers and birds.
Event Terrain: Mostly on good paths with some muddy sections in places. There is one steep 90m ascent up a flight of limestone steps and there is also a 1km stretch through Lathkill Dale, where the terrain is rocky and will be slippery in wet conditions.
Event Grade: Moderate: moderate walks on ground with sometimes rough and uneven terrain and gradients.
Extra Items: Bring packed Lunch, drink, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear
Start: 10.00am Finish: 5.00pm
Meeting point: Small car park on Chapel Street, Monyash Village Centre. There is more on-street car parking available if the car park is full. Car park has an honesty box. No toilets available at start. 1 public toilet available near the end.
Grid Reference: SK150 666 Post Code: DE45 1JJ What3Words: Bandaged.even.valued
Near a bus route: Yes
Near a train station: No
Dogs Allowed: Dogs on leads allowed.
Cost: £10 per person aged 18 and above. Children aged 17 and below go free on any suitable event.
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