Wormhill is a region situated within the Peak District, characterized by its limestone dales, dramatic formations, and clear streams. The landscape features winding gorges like Chee Dale, riverside paths along the River Wye, and extensive dry stone walls. This diverse terrain makes Wormhill suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Wormhill offers a variety of outdoor activities for all skill levels. With more than 50 routes available, covering several…
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4.7
(164)
949
hikers
6.81km
01:52
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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396
hikers
11.8km
03:15
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1,238
hikers
11.7km
03:24
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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1,194
hikers
7.87km
02:13
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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122
riders
40.7km
03:19
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

33
riders
29.6km
01:57
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
45.0km
03:00
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
21.8km
01:29
320m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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92
runners
11.7km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.5
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68
runners
5.72km
00:38
110m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
runners
11.6km
01:18
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

47
runners
10.5km
01:07
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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57
riders
84.2km
05:04
1,110m
1,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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25
riders
40.3km
02:30
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
50.4km
02:54
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
56.0km
03:25
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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60
riders
20.7km
01:11
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
riders
76.3km
03:58
1,260m
1,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
54.3km
02:59
1,110m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28
riders
28.6km
01:37
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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9
riders
42.7km
03:24
830m
830m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

17
riders
27.9km
02:04
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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15
riders
15.1km
01:12
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
51.1km
03:48
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
hikers
17.9km
05:27
560m
560m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
hikers
8.60km
02:53
380m
380m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2
hikers
11.0km
03:35
430m
430m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
6.42km
01:55
200m
200m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Wormhill offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 90 routes with an average rating of 4.57 stars from over 51,000 visitors. Explore options for different sports in the Hiking around Wormhill or Cycling around Wormhill guides.
Wormhill provides trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easy walks. The landscape features limestone dales and riverside paths along the River Wye. For accessible options, consult the Easy hikes around Wormhill guide.
Popular hiking routes in Wormhill include loops around the River Wye from Miller's Dale and exploring the Monks Dale nature reserve. The scenic path past Rhubarb Buttress Cliffs and Chee Dale Stepping Stones is also a notable option. The region has 50 hiking routes available.
Wormhill offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The Monsal Trail, an 8.5-mile (13.7 km) traffic-free route, is popular for cyclists. Guides like Cycling around Wormhill and Road Cycling Routes around Wormhill provide detailed information.
Wormhill offers routes suitable for families, particularly along the Monsal Trail which is traffic-free and accessible for all ages. The region's highlight categories include 'family_friendly' options. Easy walks and cycling paths provide suitable choices for family outings.
Wormhill is known for its limestone dales, dramatic formations, and clear streams. Notable features include Chee Dale, a winding gorge on the River Wye, and other dales like Miller's Dale and Monks Dale. The landscape also features extensive dry stone walls and Wormhill Spring.
Wormhill offers various viewpoints and landmarks. Chee Dale features majestic sheer grey cliffs and imposing crags. The Monsal Viaduct on the Monsal Trail is a significant man-made landmark. The village itself has historical sites like St Margaret's church and the James Brindley memorial.
There are 90 routes available on komoot for the Wormhill region, covering various sports. These routes have been explored by over 51,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. This includes 50 hiking routes and 10 touring cycling routes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Wormhill, categorized by sport. These include Hiking around Wormhill, Running Trails around Wormhill, and Cycling around Wormhill. There are also guides for Road Cycling, Gravel biking, MTB Trails, and Mountain Hikes.
The official website for the Wormhill & Green Fairfield Parish Council, representing the local area, is www.wormhillandgreenfairfieldparishcouncil.org.uk. This site provides local information and community details.
Wormhill offers mountain biking trails, with 6 routes specifically for MTB and 2 for easy MTB (Gravel biking). The MTB Trails around Wormhill guide provides detailed information on these routes. The terrain includes rolling hills and limestone formations.
Wormhill is an ancient settlement with a rich history, reputedly where the last wolf in England was killed in the 15th century. It is also the birthplace of civil engineer James Brindley. The village features St Margaret's church, dating back to 1273, with a unique 'helmet' steeple.

