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- What is the rating of Monsal Trail?
- Monsal Trail is rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 50 reviews.
- Where is Monsal Trail located?
- Monsal Trail, Bakewell DE45 1TY, United Kingdom
Great, generally flat 8 mile end to end route for a walk or as we did, cycle. Lovely views with tunnels and viaducts along the way and a couple of cafes at different points.
Cycle hire at Hassop station is great if you don't have your own
Cycle hire at Hassop station is great if you don't have your own
It was another incredible day with the family. The children and I walked around everything 😄. We love to come here, just to walk and ride bicycles. Every time it is fashionable to meet a large number of people, but also beautiful scenery. incredible nature, a cozy place to relax with a hotel and a toilet if needed. There is a bar/ice cream. You can walk your dog if you have one. We will definitely come again to spend more time on the river.
This is a fantastic place to spend your weekend! The highlight is long tunnels and over bridges, offering scenic views along the way. There's even a small waterfall that adds to the charm. It's an ideal spot to chill out and enjoy some quality time with your family. The combination of natural beauty and memorable outing for everyone.
Definitely a must visit. The trail runs for 8.5 miles along an old railway line and includes tunnels, bridges, disused station platform and a viaduct. Lots of easy access points and a cafe on route.
For clarity, I walked the route from Bakewell to Millers Dale, and had a little explore of Monsal Head, above, below and on the viaduct
The trail itself is lovely. A little upward walk from Bakewell to access the trail, but from then on, everything was basically flat all the way to Millers Dale. The two photos attached were just one of the many gorgeous views when you step less than a hundred steps off the trail on to the many side paths before getting back on the trail.
The tunnels are definitely a different experience. A deep change of downwards temperature and light. The tunnels are not as long as you think. They are well lit, and the trail is busy enough you never feel alone.
The trail does abruptly end approx' 5 mins before Wyedale Car park, but the path again to the car park is basically flat.
The trail itself is lovely. A little upward walk from Bakewell to access the trail, but from then on, everything was basically flat all the way to Millers Dale. The two photos attached were just one of the many gorgeous views when you step less than a hundred steps off the trail on to the many side paths before getting back on the trail.
The tunnels are definitely a different experience. A deep change of downwards temperature and light. The tunnels are not as long as you think. They are well lit, and the trail is busy enough you never feel alone.
The trail does abruptly end approx' 5 mins before Wyedale Car park, but the path again to the car park is basically flat.
Got to Bakewell early parked down the road from Bakewell old train station car park and avoided paying £4.70 parking.Great Walk along the old train line passing many old stations,then walked up to Monsal head to take photos of the Monsal bridge
Great place for a walk with family or just in couples. We waited around 30 min to park the car due to busyness on Easter Sunday, but it shouldn’t that busy during regular weekends. There are few ways to pick from so you can find the trail you prefer. The best part was the stepping stones, great view. I would highly advise walking boots or wellies as it tends to be very muddy once rained.
Wonderful walk. 8.5 miles long, completely flat and very doable. Different landscapes and points of interest make it very enjoyable. We started at Hassop Station where there is a lovely cafe and bike hire. Car park sizable. Particularly liked the lime kilns, the Viaduct and the information along the way. We went off the Trail under the Viaduct but you can stick to the Trail. My husband and I walked the entire way, past Millers Dale where we met a lovely chap who was with or worked for the Wildlife Trust who gave us good advice about the Stepping Stones. Would definitely visit again when in Derbyshire.
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