Hill Walk: Heights of Abraham and Bonsall Dale

Hill Walk: Heights of Abraham and Bonsall Dale

Popular Peak District hiking circuit near the Derbyshire Town of Matlock, incorporating some famous landscapes, as well as quieter hills and dales to the west. Overnight stop possible to combine with Saturday walk.

Logistics:
Meet: Check-In 10:25, for prompt start within 10 minutes.
Distance: Around 9 or 10 miles
Start Point: Matlock Bath Station Carpark, DE4 3NT, by the main notice boards.
Parking: As above, or use other local streets or designated parking areas.
Terrain: Undulating in places, more level in others, with several viewing points. Woodland and dales as we progress. Strenuous at times but not gruelling.
Refreshments: Picnic stop midway, and pub stop (not for meals) in the Bonsall area.
Bring: Waterproofs & Refreshments & Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Guests: Under 16s & dogs (under control) may attend as guests.
Emergency Contact: 078.137.37.623, though not available while driving or for lateness problems. Today's walk leader is Paul W.

RoadMap: [Streetmap.co.uk - Map of 429740,358394](https://streetmap.co.uk/map/idld?x=429740&y=358394&z=115&sv=429740,358394&st=4&ar=Y,y&mapp=map%5BFS%5Didld&searchp=ids&dn=697&ax=429740&ay=358394&lm=0)
EarthView: England - Google Maps

Stop Over Option
We also have a nearby walk on Saturday (25 Oct) so you are welcome to attend both and stay overnight in Matlock on Saturday, where we can meet up in the evening. Driving both days is also fine, as this is not an excessive journey from most of us, or there are frequent weekend trains between Birmingham New Street and Matlock via Derby. And please note that this is the last day of BST, clocks back, so we gain an hour on Saturday Evening. The town of Matlock has a Premier Inn, Cottage Rentals, AirBNBs, and campsites available.
GO: Matlock Getaway Evening Out with Hiking, Sat, Oct 25, 2025, 5:00 PM | Meetup

Safety:
As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risk. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks, participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety. You must be comfortable walking the specified distance in order to attend please.
RSVP Commitment:
Places are not unlimited, so withdrawing in the last 24 hours is not allowed. Attendances shouldn't be compromised by ghosting (no-shows, late withdrawals).