Walking Around Bakewell and the Peak District

Bakewell is one of the finest bases for exploring the Peak District on foot, with beautiful countryside, dramatic limestone landscapes and a wide variety of walking routes starting in and around the town. From gentle riverside strolls along the River Wye to longer routes exploring the surrounding dales, hills and villages, there are walks to suit all abilities.

Visitors can explore a range of local routes with the detailed Bakewell walking guides available here:

https://www.gps-routes.co.uk/routes/home.nsf/place-walks/bakewell-walks

The wider Peak District also offers some of the most memorable walking in England, including iconic locations such as the Monsal Trail, Lathkill Dale, Dovedale, Mam Tor and Kinder Scout. A full guide to some of the best walks across the National Park can be found here:

https://www.gps-routes.co.uk/routes/home.nsf/place-walks/peak-district-top-10-walks

Each route includes a detailed walking guide, photographs, videos, downloadable GPX files and free 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps with live GPS tracking available directly in a mobile browser, helping visitors explore the Peak District with confidence.

https://peakdistrict.cinolla.com/ranger/