Bakewell & Chatsworth Circular Walk from Ashford in the Water

If you’re looking for a route to tick off lots of the best spots in the Peak District then we’ve got you. You’ll pass through picture perfect Derbyshire villages, the only true Peak District town, where you can try the famous Bakewell pudding, before walking alongside beautiful rivers, past Chatsworth House and through the hidden village of Edensor.

What to expect

On this walk you can be sure you’ll see the true Derbyshire. Pretty countryside villages, local treats and a good selection of different countryside trails and paths.

Although you should always be prepared, this route passes a lot of shops, pubs and cafes so if you get hungry or need a drink you get many options on route.

Getting there & parking

Ashford in the Water car park – DE45 1QG -This is a honesty car park with toilets, suggested at £2 a day for parking. There is also limited on street parking as well as other options in Bakewell and at Chatsworth.

The route

This is a circular route starting in Ashford in the Water, following the riverside path into Bakewell, before getting onto the Chatsworth estate, to Edensor and back.

Tips & what to bring

Chatsworth sometimes have events on and some local footpaths could be closed during this time, so it’s worth checking before you go. If you do go near Christmas time, the markets could be on, this is FREE entry so if you’re into those sorts of things it might work out pretty well for you.

Eat & drink nearby

There are pubs and cafes in Ashford in the water and Bakewell. There are also refreshments at Chatsworth.

The Ashford Arms, Ashford In The water, Bakewell ✦ NewPub

The Ashford Arms is a quintessential country pub that blends traditional charm with contemporary comfort.

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The Charleston ✦ NewRestaurant

The Charleston in Bakewell is a 1920's style, restaurant, cocktail, wine bar and live jazz music venue in the heart of the…

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The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop ✦ NewCafe

The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop is one of the only places you can try this early 19th century recipe.

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Cafe 19, Calver, Peak District Cafe

Cafe 19 at Calver crossroads, a Peak District cafe with great coffee and frankly amazing cakes. The kind of place you stop…

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Places to stay nearby

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Pair this walk with somewhere we have stayed and rated nearby.

The George Hotel, Hathersage

Hotel · 7.6 miles away

The George at Hathersage, a stunning 500 year old inn with a hidden courtyard and some of the best food in the Peak District.

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The Ashford Arms, Ashford In The water, Bakewell ✦ NewHotel

A beautifully restored 17th century coaching inn in Ashford-in-the-Water near Bakewell, with cosy boutique rooms, award-winning food and the Monsal Trail on…

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The Maynard, Grindleford ✦ NewHotel

The Maynard at Grindleford is perfectly placed for anyone exploring the Peak District with a beer garden that offers fantastic views.

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Darwin Forest ✦ NewGlamping

Darwin Forest is a luxury lodge holiday park nestled in 47 acres of woodland on the edge of the Peak District between…

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POIs nearby

Monsal Head Viaduct A disused railway line above Monsal Dale 📍 1.3 miles away View on map → Swimming Area Originally an old sheep dip fed by natural springs 📍 3.7 miles away View on map → Wall Of Books Carved book shaped stones in the wall 📍 4 miles away View on map → Jubilee Rock A historic rock carved with the national anthem to commemorate Queen Victoria's jubilee 📍 4.5 miles away View on map → Baslow Edge Highland Cows Often seen roaming along this edge but please keep your distance 📍 5 miles away View on map →