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Lea Wood Ancient Woodland – High Peak Junction loop from Ambergate

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Lea Wood Ancient Woodland – High Peak Junction loop from Ambergate

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Lea Wood Ancient Woodland – High Peak Junction loop from Ambergate

01:54

17.9km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.49 km

Lea Wood Ancient Woodland

Highlight • Natural

Ancient woodland loaded with birds and other wildlife. Carpets of bluebells in late spring make this a great place to visit in April.

Tip by

9.20 km

Cromford Canal

Highlight (Segment) • River

A lovely canal from Matlock out to the start of the High Peak Trail. There is a cafe at the High Peak Junction on the canal. The trail starts behind the cafe.

Tip by

11.0 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

Tip by

17.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

3.80 km

1.52 km

1.07 km

470 m

173 m

Surfaces

14.0 km

1.52 km

1.48 km

706 m

166 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 4 July

23°C

16°C

12 %

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Lea Wood Ancient Woodland – High Peak Junction loop from Ambergate

Lea Wood Ancient Woodland

Cromford Canal

High Peak Junction

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