How long does it take to walk Padley Gorge?

The walk through Padley gorge starts at Longshaw car park and goes via grindleford café and Totley tunnel. The walk takes about 2 hours but there are plenty of stops on the way.

Where do you park for Padley Gorge?

Surprise View car park
Padley Gorge is just 1/2 mile from the National Trust’s beautiful Longshaw Estate. It is between the village of Grindleford and the A6187 road. You can park at Grindleford and scramble up Upper Padley, or at Surprise View car park. Cross the road and head through the rocks until you get to Padley Gorge.

Can dogs be off lead Padley Gorge?

It is a really wonderful place for dog owners to be able to let their dogs off their lead without fear of upsetting wildlife, observing the dogs on the lead rule in the moorland of Burbage Moor of course, but also a really fantastic place for the children of all ages.

Can you walk all the way around Ladybower Reservoir?

This is a gentle, circular Ladybower Reservoir walk and pram friendly. Indeed, the well-surfaced paths all the way round make it perfect for families looking for a longer Peak District walk with a pram or buggy.

Can you swim in Padley Gorge?

Padley Gorge is a deep and quite narrow valley which has a stream flowing through the middle of it, with trees either side and pathways for you to follow. It has places to go swimming, exploring, searching for wildlife and even has a couple of tree swings.

Are there toilets at Padley Gorge?

Facilities at Padley Gorge Longshaw Café is open from 10:00 – 16:00 every day, according to the website. Toilets are in the Longshaw Café Hub area open from 10:00-16:00 every day. There are picnic benches at the Woodcroft car park.

Is there toilets at Padley Gorge?

Many families go to Padley Gorge on a nice day just for a picnic and paddle. We love combining Padley Gorge with a day out to Longshaw Estate. There are lovely fairy houses to find and a Bogart trail with wild play areas. A National Trust cafe and toilets, plus visitors centre, make it super convenient.

Is ladybower a flat walk?

This lovely Ladybower Reservoir walk, is a gentle walk is on well-made paths and offers the most magnificent views for only a small amount of effort. Free parking is available along the route, although the walk starts and ends at Fairholmes Visitor Information Centre, operated by the Peak District National Park.

Is ladybower cafe open?

Ladybowercafe is open today for food and drink .

Can you walk around Combs Reservoir?

This circular walk takes you around Combs Reservoir near Chapel-en-le-Frith on the edge of the Peak District National Park. The walk can also be started from Chapel en le Frith railway station. You would follow public footpaths west through the countryside via Marshegreen farm.

Are the toilets open at Black Rocks?

The scenery is impressive and some of the paths are accessible. The parking is a little pricey, but you can park free a short distance away and walk into the site. There is a cafe and toilets open during the season. A good place for a walk, some exercise, fresh air and some great views.

How long is ladybower walk?

5.5 miles
Ladybower Reservoir Walk (5.5 miles)

How long is the walk from Padley to Hathersage?

This is a walk of only 4.5 miles. There are no terribly steep ascents, considering the views on offer, but the terrain is uneven in places, particularly through Padley Gorge and over Hathersage Moor. There are no stiles, although there are kissing gates.

What kind of walks are there in Hathersage?

Walks in Hathersage include a variety of trails from exposed ridge routes to rambles along the burbling Derwent. You’ll find the village itself a welcome sight whether you’ve been on a full day’s hike or a gentle afternoon stroll. It’s absurdly pretty, with classic stone buildings and more than enough cafes and pubs to fill the stomach.

Where is the route from Hathersage to Burbage?

Centred on Hathersage, an attractive village in the Hope Valley, this route leads through some outstandingly beautiful scenery and passes along the cliffs of the Stanage Edge as well as over the distictive Higger Tor and the ancient iron-age hill fort of Carl Wark on Burbage Moor and down the spectacular wooded Padley Gorge.

When is the best time to walk Hathersage Moor?

Summary: This walk is best done in late August or early September and on a sunny day for when the sun shines down on the heather in bloom on Hathersage Moor it provides the most wonderful spectacle.