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Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Tunnel loop from Wirksworth

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Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Tunnel loop from Wirksworth

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Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Tunnel loop from Wirksworth

01:55

6.62km

170m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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390 m

Middleton Incline

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Middleton Incline is a former railway incline in Middleton, Derbyshire once part of the Cromford and High Peak Railway. The incline was one of six gradients along the entire line …

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1.33 km

Middleton Top Engine House

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Very interesting piece of railway history containing the world's oldest working
steam lift. Take the time to go a little further to theSteeple Grange Light Railway or brave the Sheep …

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1.73 km

View of Middleton Top Countryside

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If you're visiting Middleton Top and want to extend your walk, this charming lane offers fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. You can easily adjust the route to create either a shorter or longer loop depending on your preference.

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4.09 km

Hopton Tunnel

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Hopton Tunnel is a former railway tunnel in Hopton, Derbyshire. Located on the former Cromford and High Peak Railway. The tunnel was closed along with the line in 1967 and is now in use for the High Peak Trail.

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5.14 km

Middleton Top Engine House and railway wagon

Highlight • Historical Site

Notorious for its steep gradient, Middleton Top is a super climb with majestic views at the top. Plus, there's bike hire and a small cafe here. It has also been …

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5.18 km

Middleton Top Engine House and Visitor Centre

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The Cromford and High Peak Railway was one of the world's first, transporting minerals and goods from the Cromford Canal to the Peak Forest Canal.

The terrain and gradients it …

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6.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.75 km

2.73 km

137 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.87 km

1.65 km

786 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Saturday 27 June

23°C

14°C

35 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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Middleton Top Engine House – Hopton Tunnel loop from Wirksworth

Middleton Incline

Middleton Top Engine House

View of Middleton Top Countryside

Hopton Tunnel

Middleton Top Engine House and railway wagon

Middleton Top Engine House and Visitor Centre

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