Miller’s Dale
June 29
Walk leaders : David R
Grading of walk : Moderate
Walk details : A beautiful 7 mile walk. The rural serenity of Miller’s Dale belies its early role in the industrial revolution. The walk takes us from the Peak District town of Tideswell. We walk along the valley of Miller’s Dale and pass through two industrial settlements from the industrial revolution. Water Cum Jolley Dale and Arkwright’s Mill where child labour was used
Generally well defined paths alongside the River Wye where there are wild orchids and flowers. It is possible to spot kingfishers and other birds. We will stop near here for our lunch. Please bring sandwiches and drinks.
We leave the valley and ascend two fairly steep hills approximately a quarter of a mile each. The first climb is on a road and the second is on a rough rocky path which leads to the top of the hill. Here we can pause for another break and enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding area.
Eventually we pass through the village of Litton where we may stop for a drink at the pub.
Risk assessment : A risk assessment was carried out 00/00/2024. A summary of identified risks is below:
There is some road walking at the beginning and end of the walk so please take care as the traffic may be busy. We walk along the river Wye so please take care whilst walking by the water. There are two ascents approximately a quarter of a mile each and the paths are rough and uneven and may be slippery if the weather is wet so take care here. We also descend down rough paths and again please take care with your footing. There are two stiles that we climb over to be aware of. Dogs on the lead please where there is livestock.
Please wear boots and come prepared for wet weather. The paths may be muddy and slippery and walking poles are recommended.
Start time and meeting point : 12:00 noon at Tideswell Church. Postcode: SK17 8NU. There are plenty of cafes in the village of Tideswell for those arriving early.
Directions to the start : Take the A6 from Stockport following the signs for Buxton. Take the A623 exit off the A6. Follow this for 5 miles until you see signs for Tideswell (The Cathedral of the Peaks).
Parking: There is plenty of parking on the road by Tideswell Church.
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Public transport : Please could walkers car share and offer lifts to none driver’s as this walk is very difficult to reach by public transport.
Contact number on the day : If you need to cancel your place on this walk then please use this number to send a message to the walk leader.
Booking : Booking from Monday 23rd June.
Changes and cancellation : Very occasionally, due to severe weather or another serious event, a walk may be cancelled. In these instances, a note will be added to the website at least TWO HOURS before the start time. So, do check the website before you set out, and if in doubt use the walk leader’s mobile contact number. Every effort will be made to contact you should a walk be cancelled.