6 great walks near the River Wye

The fifteen mile River Wye runs from Buxton in an easterly direction where it meets the Derwent on the edge of the Peak District. This selection of walks take in a section of the river along the way.

Coalpit Bridge by Sally Mosley (Image: Archant)

Bakewell
The River Wye runs through the centre of Bakewell, this walk takes in all the sights surrounding this popular Peak District location.
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Monsal Head
Follow the route of the River Wye on the north bank from Litton Mill down to Monsal Head and back again, taking the Monsal Trail.
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By the River Wye by Sally Mosley (Image: Archant)

Miller's Dale
Beginning with a riverside amble beside the Wye, this walk gently ascends to White Peak upland to enjoy far- reaching views over a truly magnificent landscape.
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Bridge over the River Wye by Sally Mosley (Image: Archant)

Tideswell
This walk follows old paths and tracks as well as sections of the Limestone Way and Monsal Trail on a route that heads over the hills to weave around the Wye.
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Ashford-in-the-Water
We see the River Wye at the start of this walk at Ashford-in-the-Water, then meet it again further north near Monsal Head before heading home again.
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Pavillion Gardens, Buxton by Bradly Titto Kurian (Image: Archant)

Buxton
The River Wye is an important feature of the spa town, and this walk is never too far away from a section of the waterway.
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All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change.