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Litton Tunnel – Monsal Trail loop from Blackwell

Litton Tunnel – Monsal Trail loop from Blackwell

Hard

4.0

(2)

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Litton Tunnel – Monsal Trail loop from Blackwell

02:30

40.4km

610m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.7 km for 82 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

3.16 km

Litton Tunnel

Highlight • Trail

Watch out for people can get very dark

Tip by

3.75 km

View of Cressbrook Mill and Tunnel Entrance

Highlight • Structure

Great views of Cressbrook Mill from the Monsal Trail and one of the many tunnels reopened for cycling on the Trail. Tunnels are all lit although you may want to take lights to avoid people crashing into you. Lovely scenery.
Mill is now private apartments.

Tip by

3.81 km

Monsal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Monsal Trail is a traffic-free route that runs for 8.5 miles (13.7 km) between Blackwell Mill and Bakewell. The compacted gravel trail winds through picturesque limestone dales and long tunnels. A particular highlight is the Headstone Tunnel leading to Headstone Viaduct, where breathtaking views await.

The trail follows a section of the former Manchester, Buxton, Matlock and Midlands Junction Railway, which was built in 1863 to link Manchester with London. The line was closed in 1968 and remained unused for 12 years before being taken over by the Peak District National Park and transformed into a recreational route.

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6.65 km

Monsal Trail

Highlight • Trail

Tip by

9.89 km

Monsal Trail Gravel Path

Highlight • Trail

Just delightful GRVL along the Monsal Trail - with a few little stunt humps along the way!

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10.4 km

Monsal Trail Stone Arch Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

The Monsal Trail is a traffic-free trail for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users. A former railway line, the trail runs for 8.5 miles (13.7 km) between Blackwell Mill in Chee Dale, and Coombs Road in Bakewell. The compacted gravel trail – which is relatively easygoing and is perfect for all ages and abilities – winds through some of the Peak District's most picturesque limestone dales and heads through characterful tunnels.

The trail follows a section of the former Manchester, Buxton, Matlock and Midlands Junction Railway, which was built in 1863 to link Manchester with London. The line was closed in 1968 and remained unused for 12 years before being taken over by the Peak District National Park.

Tip by

12.2 km

Buck Pingle Plantation

Forest

21.8 km

New Piece Wood

Forest

23.3 km

Chatsworth House

Highlight • Viewpoint

Chatsworth House is like something from a period drama. In fact, it was the filming location for Mr Darcy’s Pemberley home in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Standing proudly amid rolling hills with the River Derwent meandering gently by, it is a stunning sight. The 17th-century house contains works of art that span 4,000 years. The 105-acre garden, designed by Joseph Paxton, is equally famous. With historic waterworks, sculptures, a Victorian rock garden, a maze, plus more, there is a lot to explore.

Tip by

34.6 km

Headstone Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

One of the many tunnels that have been reopened for walkers and cyclists on the Monsal Trail. Runs under the beauty spot of Monsal Head (cafe, pub and viewpoint on top of the hill).

Tip by

35.2 km

Viewpoint

40.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

8.51 km

2.98 km

2.42 km

2.28 km

470 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.3 km

13.2 km

5.40 km

1.40 km

124 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Thursday 9 July

31°C

17°C

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Litton Tunnel – Monsal Trail loop from Blackwell

Litton Tunnel

View of Cressbrook Mill and Tunnel Entrance

Monsal Trail

Monsal Trail

Monsal Trail Gravel Path

Monsal Trail Stone Arch Bridge

Chatsworth House

Headstone Tunnel

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