Best mountain peaks around Hulland Ward are found in a village situated on a ridge within the Derbyshire Dales. While Hulland Ward itself features elevated points rather than traditional mountain peaks, it serves as a gateway to more prominent elevations. The area offers a landscape suitable for walking and enjoying scenic views. For those seeking higher summits, the nearby Peak District National Park provides numerous options.
Last updated: June 28, 2026
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Alas, the previously awesome views from the trig point are long gone due to tree growth. Today the trig point is a waypoint only; for views head over to Black Rocks.
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Bolehill (Cromford Moor) is 323 metres high and is one of the 95 Ethels (Peak District Hills).
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There are eight transmitter masts visible on the top of the hill (one of them is shorter).
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Car Park has been reopened with an automatic electronic gate that's only open between set times March-Oct 8am - 7pm Nov-Feb 8am - 5pm
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Northwest of Derby the high ground on the edge of Upper Vicars Wood gives amazing views all around. You're at about 394 ft (190 m).
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Bolehill has a trig point at 323m. It's the area of high ground south of Black Rocks and northeast of Wirksworth. There are lots of nice walking trails in the area especially through the Big Plantation and across Cromford Moor.
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The National Trust have now closed the car park (since 2020, still closed in Spring 2022) apparently due to "anti-social behaviour". No car parking nearby but can still be accessed by walkers and, after climbing over a mound of earth, by cyclists.
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While Hulland Ward itself features elevated points rather than traditional mountain peaks, it serves as a gateway to more prominent elevations. You can find viewpoints, trig points, and forest summits within the immediate area. For higher summits and more challenging terrain, the nearby Peak District National Park offers numerous options, including well-known peaks like Kinder Scout.
The komoot community highly rates several spots. Alport Heights Summit is particularly popular, known as the highest point in the local area and offering panoramic views. Another favorite is Bolehill Trig Point, a man-made monument at 323 meters with walking trails through Big Plantation and across Cromford Moor.
Yes, Alport Heights Summit is considered family-friendly. It's a rewarding point to aim for, managed by the National Trust, with views all around. The area generally offers a landscape suitable for walking and enjoying scenic views, with many paths being easily accessible.
From elevated points like Alport Heights Summit, you can expect panoramic views of the surrounding Derbyshire countryside. View from Upper Vicars Wood Summit, located northwest of Derby, also provides expansive views from its high ground within a forest setting.
The area around Hulland Ward is excellent for various outdoor activities. You can find numerous routes for cycling, gravel biking, and running. For example, there are cycling routes like the 'Carsington Water – Tissington Village loop' and running trails around Carsington Water. You can explore more options on the Cycling around Hulland Ward, Gravel biking around Hulland Ward, and Running Trails around Hulland Ward guide pages.
Yes, for instance, around Bolehill Trig Point, there are many walking trails, especially through the Big Plantation and across Cromford Moor. The region research also mentions a moderate 10.7 km loop walk around Madge Hill Trig Point, offering pleasant conditions and panoramic views.
Hulland Ward is situated on a ridge, offering a hilly landscape. Elevations within the village itself are around 248 meters (813 feet). Features like Madge Hill Trig Point are at 240 meters, while Bolehill Trig Point reaches 323 meters. The terrain is generally well-suited for walking, with easily accessible paths for moderate hikes.
The area is generally pleasant for walking. While specific seasonal advice isn't provided, the Derbyshire Dales and Peak District are enjoyable in spring, summer, and autumn for their scenic beauty. Winter conditions in the wider Peak District can be more challenging, especially at higher elevations like Kinder Scout, so preparation is key.
Information on specific public transport routes to trailheads is not detailed. However, Hulland Ward is a village in the Derbyshire Dales, and local bus services typically connect such villages. For detailed planning, it's advisable to check local bus schedules for routes serving Hulland Ward and nearby trail access points.
While specific parking locations for each elevated point are not listed, many trailheads and popular walking areas in the Derbyshire Dales often have designated parking facilities. For routes starting from Hulland Ward, you may find parking within the village or at common starting points for local walks.
The Peak District National Park, adjacent to Hulland Ward, is renowned for its diverse landscapes, including gritstone moors and limestone valleys. It offers numerous higher hills and summits, such as Kinder Scout (636 meters), providing opportunities for more strenuous uphill routes and expansive views compared to the gentler elevations directly around Hulland Ward.


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