Derwent Edge, Wheel Stones & Crook Hill Guided Trail Run

About this Event

Join Finding The Fells and enjoy some of the best views in the Peak District overlooking the Ladybower and Derwent reservoirs. This route is fairly undulating with two notable inclines. It's a great run to expand your skills and fitness for trail running or to build confidence with an experienced run leader.

Ideal for: any runners capable of running the full distance (this event isn't aimed at beginner runners). Pace will be sociable with plenty of pausing to admire the views.

Distance & Elevation:

12.7 miles / 2,000ft

Terrain:

Natural surfaces (compacted dirt, mud, grass), flagstone paths

Required Kit:

Off road/grippy running shoes essential, along with buff, waterproof jacket, snacks, water and any personal meds and running pack. Extra long sleeve layer and hat/gloves advised.

Route Description:

Starting from the Heatherdene pay and display car park, we'll head for the footpath behind the Ladybower Inn and through to the woods leading to our first climb up to Whitstone Lee Tor. We'll then head north passing the vast and impressive Wheel Stones rock formation, White Tor & Dovestone Tor before getting to the trig at Back Tor. We'll then head north west to Lost Lad before descending to Derwent Dam via Hollin Clough. From here we'll pass through Fairholmes visitor centre before ascending through Hagg Side woodland and heading back via Crook Hill.

Meeting Time:

8:45am - on the A6013 opposite the entrance to the car park.

Location:

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