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Derbyshire
Derbyshire Dales
Great Longstone

Headstone Viaduct – Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale loop from Great Longstone CP

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United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Derbyshire
Derbyshire Dales
Great Longstone

Headstone Viaduct – Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale loop from Great Longstone CP

Moderate

5.0

(3)

12

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Headstone Viaduct – Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale loop from Great Longstone CP

02:23

8.37km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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Bus stop

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1.86 km

Cherpit Plantation

Forest

2

3.91 km

View of Monsal Head and the Headstone Viaduct

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Monsal Head is one of the most photographed viewpoints in Derbyshire – and for good reason! Overlooking the impressive Headstone Viaduct crossing the picturesque Monsal Dale, it truly is a …

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3

4.26 km

Headstone Viaduct

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Headstone Viaduct is a breathtaking structure that crosses Monsal Dale. The five-arch bridge, which is 70 feet (21 m) tall at its highest point, affords fine views over the River …

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4

4.45 km

View of the Headstone Viaduct from the River Wye

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Lovely part of the Monsal trail, with a brilliant cafe at the top, this place can get really busy during the summer months.

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5

4.76 km

Headstone Viaduct, Monsal Dale

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Monsal Dale is a picturesque wooded gorge where natural beauty and industrial heritage combine magnificently. The River Wye meanders steadily along the dale and wildflower displays abound in spring and …

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6

4.89 km

Monsal Dale Weir

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Another delightful sight just down from the viaduct. While it may look like a waterfall, it's actually a weir. This is a great spot to have lunch and get a …

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7

5.73 km

Headstone Tunnel

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Stretching for 1,598 feet (487 m), Headstone Tunnel is the longest of all the tunnels on the Monsal Trail. Despite being well lit, it’s still a dark and cool place …

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8

6.26 km

View of Monsal Viaduct and Waterfall

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The weir is restricted access because of repairs, but you can walk by it and take photos.
When approaching the viaduct, if you want to walk across it, walk up …

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9

6.79 km

Monsal Trail

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The Monsal Trail is an 8.5 mile (14 km) long bridleway route that takes in some beautiful places, such as Headstone Viaduct, and has superb scenic views throughout. It stretches …

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8.37 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.62 km

3.51 km

1.04 km

202 m

Surfaces

2.78 km

1.83 km

1.59 km

1.40 km

521 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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