Tissington, Derbyshire, High Peak Trail and nearby villages


Details
The walk leaves from the main Tissington car park. It cuts over the Tissington trail to head through the pretty village of Parwich, then cross country to pick up the High Peak Trail near Longcliffe. This point ofers good views across the Peak District. There is also a handy spot to picnic. The route then passes by Roystone Grange and returns to Tissington.
Additional Notes:
The carpark is the main Tissington Village and trail car park. It costs ยฃ6. There is a little kiosk for refreshments and tea rooms in Tissington if we are back in time. There are toilets in the carpark.
Circular Walk
Start time 10am
Estimated finish time 4pm
Start place: Tissington Trail carpark
Time: 10am
Grid Ref: SK177520
Postcode: Location is 283 metres to the South East of DE6 1RA
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Start time is when the walk commences. Please arrive earlier to ensure you are ready for the start
Circular Walk
Distance: 12mi / 19.3km
Ascent: 984 ft/300 m
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ฟ๏ธ Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available
๐ What should I wear?
Wear walking boots/shoes or sturdy trainers - bringing a waterproof coat is also recommended.
Additionally...
If it's cold: gloves, hat, scarf, warm trousers and a fleece/warm top.
If it's hot: sunscreen, hat, a pair of shades and a thin top - it may get hot.
๐ฅช Do I need to bring food?
A packed lunch, snacks and water are recommended.
๐ถ How hard is this walk?
This walk is moderate and suitable for most people who have walked a few times. It should be doable by most people.
I have never walked with the group before and/or don't know anyone, can I still come?
Yes! This group is a great way to meet new people, socialise, get out in nature and improve your fitness. We welcome any and all people to come along.
๐ I can't get to the walk, are lift shares available?
There are a few methods to look for lift shares:
- Post a comment on the event
- Join our Discord and post in the #lift-sharing channel, don't forget to specify the walk you are looking for a lift for.
We also encourage people that are coming along to offer lift shares to others when possible.
๐ถ Can I bring my dog?
Unless stated in the description, dogs are welcome provided they are well behaved around people/other dogs and kept on a lead/under control in areas where there may be livestock.
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๐ How can I contact the event organiser?
Walks are led by volunteers, and not all of them use meetup The best way to contact the walk leader is via the Groups website wmwg.org.uk/walks
It is unlikely the walk leader will read messages on the day, especially minutes before the event starts, so please try to contact them in advance with queries.
๐๏ธ Who runs this group?
We are known as West Midlands Walking Group (WMWG), and are a Ramblers Association group, ran by volunteers. As well as walks almost every weekend, we regularly have social events and trips away multiple times per year. You can find more information on our website: https://www.wmwg.org.uk/
You are allowed to attend 3 walks before you need to become a member of The Ramblers (around ยฃ43~ a year).
The Ramblers is a walking charity dedicated to removing barriers so everyone can enjoying walking in green spaces, as well as preserving and improving hundreds of thousands of miles of well-loved paths, tracks and trails across England, Scotland and Wales. Find out more on their website: https://www.ramblers.org.uk/
If you have any questions, please send us a message on meetup.

Tissington, Derbyshire, High Peak Trail and nearby villages