The Limestone Way – Robin Hood's Stride loop from Derbyshire Dales

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The Limestone Way – Robin Hood's Stride loop from Derbyshire Dales

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The Limestone Way – Robin Hood's Stride loop from Derbyshire Dales

02:49

9.84km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.54 km

Birchover Wood

Forest

2.37 km

View Towards Cratcliffe Rocks

Highlight • Viewpoint

Rocks can be slippy so watch out!

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2.71 km

The Limestone Way

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The Limestone Way is a waymarked long-distance footpath in Derbyshire, England. It runs for 46 miles (74 km) through the White Peak of the Peak District National Park, from Castleton …

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3.40 km

Cratcliffe Rocks

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Hidden among Cratcliffe Woods is an impressive rock formation, Cratcliffe Rocks. On the western side is Hermit's Cave, which has a 4-foot (1.2 m) high hand-carved crucifixion on the wall …

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3.75 km

Rock with a carved inscription

Highlight • Historical Site

3.76 km

Robin Hood's Stride

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I don't think I'd try to replicate the legend here, they are much further apart than the photos depict.

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4.89 km

Woodland Path in Peak District National Park

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This picturesque, winding woodland path is packed with vibrant flowers and towering trees. It’s particularly stunning in spring when the flowers are in full bloom.

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9.62 km

St John the Baptist Church, Winster

Highlight • Religious Site

Grade II listed Church. The tower dates from 1721. Matthew Habershon made alterations in 1840 to 1842, and A Roland Barker started some restoration in 1884, which was completed in 1885.

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9.80 km

Winster Market House

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The Market House is a late 17th or early 18th century building in the centre of Winster. It dates to when weekly cattle and cheese markets were important in this …

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