Dronfield to Chesterfield
A station-to-station walkDerbyshireEast Midlands
A great view of the twisted spire of Chesterfield cathedral. An enjoyable, fairly direct route through country parks, farmland and woodland, with some hills and good viewpoints. Paths are generally good quality but the wooded section south of Barlow is rough underfoot with tree roots and steep parts that require care when wet. No stiles and but muddy after rain. Passes through Holmebrook Valley Park, Ashgate Park and Loundsley Green Park; Chesterfield has a traditional market square and town hall.
Lunch: There is also an inn at Cutthorpe just off route and a pub at Barlow.
Warnings: The wooded section south of Barlow has tree roots and steep, slippery parts that need care when wet. A footbridge crosses the busy A61. The route between Cutthorpe and Barlow may be hard for those with mobility difficulties, though a road alternative exists.
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Walk details: Slow Ways.