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Rural Ramble 3: Three Villages and Five Wells
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| Distance: 6 miles |
Duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours |
Price: £15.00 per person
(Group and family rates available) |
Five Wells Chambered Tomb and the Wye Valley |
This six-mile cross-country circular walk begins and ends at the quiet Peak District village of Taddington, between the towns of Bakewell and Buxton. From there, it climbs onto the hills above the village, giving fine views across the Wye Valley and Miller's Dale. It then crosses the fields, passing a number of old lead mines, to the village of Flagg with its haunted hall, and then on to the village of Chelmorton. Besides claiming to be the highest village in Derbyshire at over 1,200 feet above sea level, Chelmorton is surrounded by a network of rare surviving Medieval fields. The village also stands in the shadow of the looming Chelmorton Low, which is topped by a pair of Bronze Age burial mounds. From Chelmorton, the walk then returns to Taddington via a short diversion to visit the Neolithic chambered cairn at Five Wells, said to be the highest such monument in the whole of the UK at over 1,400 feet. From its elevated position on the edge of the Five Wells escarpment, this ancient burial site gives spectacular views northwards over the rolling hills of the High Peak.
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As Taddington is just a short distance from the town, and easily reached by bus, this walk is perfect for those looking for things to do in and around Buxton. Although a little further away, it also makes an ideal activity for those looking for things to do during a stay in Bakewell.
Given its more cross-country nature and the somewhat exposed terrain, this is a walk for the more serious walker, and you will definitely need a good pair of boots and outdoor clothing.
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| Distance: |
6 miles. |
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| Duration (approx): |
2.5 to 3.5 hours. |
| Start point: |
The Queen's Arms,
Main St,
Taddington,
Derbyshire. |
| Start time: |
11:00am. |
| End point: |
The Queen's Arms,
Main St,
Taddington,
Derbyshire. |
| Dates available: |
Scheduled walks available on the following dates:
June 1st, 5th, 15th, 19th, 26th, 29th.
July 3rd, 7th, 12th, 17th, 21st, 24th, 27th, 31st.
August 4th, 7th, 18th, 21st, 24th, 28th.
September 1st, 4th, 7th, 18th, 25th, 28th.
October 2nd, 4th, 11th, 16th, 20th, 23rd, 26th, 30th.
November 3rd, 6th, 8th, 17th, 23rd.
(Online pre-booking is essential for these walks.)
Private group bookings are also available on a date of your choosing via a Personal Walking Guide for any date from March 1st to November 23rd 2024 (subject to availability). |
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When is this walk available?
This walk is available as a scheduled walk at least once each month between the beginning of March and the end of November. It may also be booked privately between March and November on a date of your choice via a Personal Walking Guide. For Personal Walking Guide bookings, we are usually able to offer a range of different start times from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
Please note that, for bookings in late November and early March especially, there is the possibility that the walk may take place in snow conditions. The summit of the walk, at over 1,400 feet, is also very exposed to high winds. If we believe the forecast conditions to be potentially hazardous, we will attempt to notify you at least 24 hours in advance to give you the option of cancelling or rescheduling your booking.
All bookings are subject to the availability of a suitable guide - Please see our online calendar or e-mail us for availability of your chosen date.
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Prices.
The following prices apply for this walk:
| Ticket |
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Deposit
(Included in overall price) |
Adult or Child aged 16 and over
(Up to 8 people in group)
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£15.00 per person |
£3.00 per person |
Personal Walking Guide
(Group of up to 4)
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£40.00 per group |
£15.00 per group |
Personal Walking Guide
(Group of 5 to 10)
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£60.00 per group |
£15.00 per group |
Personal Walking Guide
(Group of 11 or more)
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£90.00 per group |
£22.50 per group |
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Reduced rates for under-16s, plus discounted family tickets also available, giving cheaper prices for groups including children aged 15 and under. Please e-mail us for details and to book.
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Travel to and from the walk.
This walk is easily accessible by public transport from Derby, Nottingham, Chesterfield, Sheffield and Manchester.
While it is possible to drive yourself to this walk, there is no official car park in Taddington, with only limited on-road parking available on the narrow road through the village. The nearest car park to Taddington is a couple of miles away at White Lodge on the A6 and, after parking there, you can catch the "Transpeak" bus to Taddington. If you do decide to drive yourself to the walk and park in the village, please park considerately as the road through the village is a bus route.
Information on how to get to and from this walk can be found on our travel information page.
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Is there anything special I need to bring?
Given the nature of this walk, a good pair of walking boots is essential. The weather can be quite variable and there is little shelter along the route, so it is important to also have a good set of waterproof clothing. As the walk takes place in all weathers, and the section around Flagg and Chelmorton is very exposed, you may need warm clothing too. It is also recommended that you bring sufficient food and water with you, as there are few opportunities to purchase either along the route of the walk.
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Are there any disabled access issues?
Unfortunately, this walk is not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters due to the terrain involved. Those with other mobility issues may also find difficulty with this walk due to the need to cross stiles, etc.
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Is this walk suitable for dogs?
Yes, this walk is suitable for dogs. However, we do ask that you keep your dog under close control on a short lead at all times as the route of the walk passes through fields where there may be livestock present. If you wish to bring your dog with you, please notify us beforehand.
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Booking
You can book places on any of our scheduled walks via the PayPal button below. Other payment options are available on request - Please e-mail us for details if required.
If you wish to make a Personal Walking Guide booking for this walk, please see our Personal Walking Guide booking page here.
Bookings for scheduled walks can be made at any time up to 48 hours before the intended date of your walk, or up to 72 hours beforehand for Personal Walking Guides. We regret that we cannot accept bookings made less than 48 hours prior to the planned start time of the walk (72 hours for Personal Walking Guide bookings).
Please ensure before booking that the date you require is not listed below and on our online calendar as unavailable or fully booked, and that you have read and agree to our terms and conditions.
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Personal Walking Guide Availability - Three Villages and Five Wells
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| Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
Bank Holidays |
| Yes |
Some* |
Yes |
Some* |
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Most* |
Some* |
Most* |
| * = Please contact us for details of availability |
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Book a place on this walk
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Latest booking news
- Due to all guides being fully employed on other walks on those dates, we are unable to accept any bookings for October 5th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 19th, 24th and 25th, or for November 7th, 9th and 30th. Please see our online calendar for full details of guide availability.
- Bookings are open for all other scheduled dates listed, and close at 11:00am two days prior to the date of the walk.
- We are now accepting Personal Walking Guide bookings for this walk for Mondays, some Tuesdays, Wednesdays, some Thursdays, Fridays, most Saturdays and some Sundays from March 1st to November 23rd 2024.
- We are also accepting advance enquiries for March to November 2025.
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Important: Before booking, please make sure that the date you wish to book is not listed as already being fully booked in the "Latest booking news" section above.
Please select the number of places you would like to book and enter the date required.
Other payment options are available on request - Please e-mail us for details if required.
By placing a booking with us, you are accepting and agreeing to our terms and conditions.
If you encounter any problems with your booking, or have any questions about this walk, please e-mail us.
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