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Robin Hood's Stride – The Limestone Way loop from Derbyshire Dales

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Robin Hood's Stride – The Limestone Way loop from Derbyshire Dales

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Robin Hood's Stride – The Limestone Way loop from Derbyshire Dales

01:30

5.18km

130m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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159 m

Hermit's Cave

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A proper cave was not obvious here, but there was a huge gap in the rocks, which looked impressive. It's a detour from the main path, with some big drops - take care with foot placement.

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1.96 km

Dud Wood

Forest

2.54 km

Rock with a carved inscription

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2.55 km

Robin Hood's Stride

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I don't think I'd try to replicate the legend here, they are much further apart than the photos depict.

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2.90 km

Cratcliffe Rocks

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Hidden among Cratcliffe Woods is an impressive rock formation, Cratcliffe Rocks. On the western side is Hermit's Cave, which has a 4-foot (1.2 m) high hand-carved crucifixion on the wall …

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3.02 km

Hermit's Cave

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3.07 km

Hermit's Cave and Crucifixion Carving

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Hermit's cave dates back to the 14th century and features a 4 foot (1.2 m) high carved crucifixion on the wall and a niche for a lamp or candle. The …

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3.67 km

The Limestone Way

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The Limestone Way is a waymarked long-distance footpath in Derbyshire, England. It runs for 46 miles (74 km) through the White Peak of the Peak District National Park, from Castleton …

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5.18 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.13 km

1.37 km

1.19 km

449 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.86 km

1.60 km

1.37 km

263 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Thursday 2 July

20°C

10°C

6 %

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Robin Hood's Stride – The Limestone Way loop from Derbyshire Dales

Hermit's Cave

Rock with a carved inscription

Robin Hood's Stride

Cratcliffe Rocks

Hermit's Cave

Hermit's Cave and Crucifixion Carving

The Limestone Way

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