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Youlgreave Well-being Walk - River, Rocks and Woods

A team day in a quiet corner of the limestone Peak District, where we meander, losing deadlines, reconnecting ourselves with the natural world. We enjoy wooded river banks with wild flowers and birds, rolling limestone pastures with stone circles, a craggy rock formation with a legend, and lunch on a tree-hidden cliff top. 

  • Distance: 6 – 8 miles/10-12km.
  • Ascent: 800 – 985ft/200-300m of ascent.
  • Difficulty: Easier to Moderate.
  • Great For: New and experienced hill walkers.
  • Approx Timings: 10.30 – 1530.  Final confirmation when you book.
  • Start/Finish:  Youlgreave, Nr Bakewell,  DE45 1WP.  Parking confirmation when you book.
  • Location Map >
Rock on Robin Hood's Stride Peak District
Person and view from Cratcliff Crags Robin Hood Stride Peak District
Bradford Dale Youlgreave Peak District
Robin Hood Stride Path to Youlgreave District

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Description
The Route

We leave Youlgreave and dip down into Bradford Dale, a wooded limestone valley with a riverside path, frequented by ducks, dipping birds and shoreline flowers.  A gradual climb through green pastures takes us to an extraordinary rock formation called Robin Hood’s Stride,  protruding high above the surrounding moorland and valley. Here the legendary Robin Hood  was said to have leapt between the giant rocks! A walk through woods takes us to Cratcliff Crags and a hermit’s cave. We’ll find a wonderful lunch spot, hidden amongst trees with a marvellous cliff top view point.  Re-tracing our steps, we pass an ancient stone circle before descending to the valley via the Limestone Way.  We can enjoy an optional paddle in the River Bradford – Youlgreave’s natural, mini lido!  A short walk into the village promises a cuppa and cake to finish our day.       

Key Features
  • Great for smaller teams, seeking an easy pace walk in a quiet Peak District corner.
  • Places and time to ‘stop and stare’ along the route.
  • The route can be significantly adjusted in length and height – we’ll plan to meet your aspirations.
  • Easy access to the Peak District from southern and midland cities.
  • For parking and peace, weekdays are best
  • Other walk options like this can be accommodated elsewhere in the Peak District – just ask us.   
  • 1 – 8 people: £275 (Set up and 1 guide)
  • 9 – 16: £475 (2 guides)
  • 17 – 24: £675 (3 guides)
  • 25 – 32: £875 (4 guides)
  • 33 – 40: £1075 (5 guides)

Optional check point support car and driver, with water and snacks, and transport to the start or finish for participants unable to complete the route: £250 per day.

Please Note: 

  • These are guide costs for this walk.
  • We operate a higher client to guide ratio than many companies, based on eight people per guide. This is to ensure peoples’  different walking experience, pace and ability are properly supported throughout the day. Where we are satisfied that all party members share the same experience then we will consider reviewing ratios and costs with you.
  • We will finalise costs with you when you book.

Included

  • Bespoke set up advice on walk suitability, area, accommodation, meeting points, travel arrangements and parking.
  • Full Briefing Information, Kit List and Risk Assessment for your walk.
  • Qualified Mountain Leader(s) or Hill and Moorland Leader(s) with Outdoor First Aid Qualifications, Liability Insurance and DBS checks (where required).
  • Guiding throughout the day with briefing advice and support to ensure your safety.
  • Narrative on local points of interest, wildlife, geology, history and culture.
  • Photography of your day which can be shared with you.
  • The option of a free, return lift from a station or bus stop to the start of your walk to encourage sustainable travel. We can arrange pick up for 3 – 4 individuals in the group if we have spare space in our vehicle and the pick-up point is reasonably close to your walk. Ask us when you book.

 

Not Included:

  • Accommodation and board, parking or transport costs associated with your walk.
  • Essential walking kit or food.

 

Optional:  

  • Optional check point support vehicle with water and snacks, and transport to the start or finish for participants unable to complete the route.  Fee to be agreed at booking.
  • Qualified PR support from our communication specialist to support charity or organisational publicity initiatives: Fee to be agreed at booking.

Here’s an Essential Kit List for all our walks >

We meet and brief in Youlgreave, with toilets available before we start.  Final details will be agreed with you when you book.   

Youlgreave is a picturesque village with cafes, pubs  shops and accommodation.  Peakfeast , the village’s vegetarian bakery is a fabulous outdoor café spot.  There are also pubs for hospitality with food and local beers. See map here >

Bakewell, with plentiful shops, hotels, pubs, cafes, restaurants and accommodation is 10 minutes’ drive.  See map here >

This is walk is Harder to Tough!
Here is our walk difficulty guide >

Other Accommodation Options

Take a look at our  frequently asked questions here >

Respect, Protect and Enjoy!

We all want to respect, protect and enjoy the fragile upland environments where we walk, so that they can be enjoyed by generations to come.  Following The Countryside Code really helps…

Respect:
  • Be considerate to those living in, working in and enjoying the countryside
  • Leave gates and property as you find them
  • Do not block access to gateways or driveways when parking
  • Be nice, say hello, share the space
  • Follow local signs and keep to marked paths unless wider access is available
Protect:
  • Take your litter home – leave no trace of your visit
  • Do not light fires and only have BBQs where signs say you can
  • Always keep dogs under control and in sight
  • Dog poo – bag it and bin it – any public waste bin will do
  • Care for nature – do not cause damage or disturbance
Enjoy:
  • Check your route and local conditions
  • Plan your adventure – know what to expect and what you can do
  • Enjoy your visit, have fun, make a memory
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Want to make a corporate walk enquiry?

Just drop us an email: info@peakwaking.com  or call 07913 549483
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