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Lathkill Dale Dog Walk, Monyash, Peak District

Lathkill Dale Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyRiverside

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Lathkill Dale is the Peak District's most pristine limestone dale — a National Nature Reserve with crystal-clear river, ancient leadmine ruins and dense ash woodland. Dogs can wade through the shallow river at multiple points. Blissfully quiet compared to Dovedale.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterRiver Lathkill — crystal clear, excellent for drinking and wading
LivestockNone expected
MudDale path can be muddy after rain
SuitsAll breeds — excellent for dogs who love wading
Best timeAll year — spring wildflowers outstanding

Along the way

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Bateman's House Leadmine RuinsRemains of the 18th-century leadmining operation — engine houses and aqueducts in the dale bottom. The river disappears underground in dry summers.

The route

Distance4 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 1 h
Climb↑ 68 m
RouteOut and back

A 4 km out-and-back dog walk from Monyash, with 68 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 68 m in total

Before you go

StartDerbyshire DalesOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingMonyash village car park, DE45 1JJ
By train or busBus from Bakewell (limited)
UnderfootDale path accessible to river crossing. Beyond uneven
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