The Peak District has hundreds of miles of dramatic landscapes to explore. Ramble along streams and springs, stop to admire monuments and cairns, and hike to take in breathtaking views of the Derbyshire countryside.
Walks on our Doorstep
Whether you like your hiking soft or strenuous, we have a range of stunning walks that lead directly from The Cavendish.
Stanage-North Lees, Hathersage
Stanage-North Lees covers more than 1340 acres with 1200 routes through farmland, woodland, moorland and dramatic rock edges. Fans of the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice (also starring Chatsworth as Pemberley) will recognise Stanage Edge, and North Lees Hall is believed to have been Charlotte Bronte’s inspiration for Jane Eyre’s Thornfield Hall.
The Great Ridge, Mam Tor
The Great Ridge separates the vales of Edale and Castleton and extends for two miles from Lose Hill in the east to Mam Tor in the West, with far reaching views over Edale, Hope Valley and the edge of Kinder Scout.
Monsal Trail
The Monsal trail is an 8.5 mile route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users that runs along the former Midland Railway line between Blackwell Mill and Bakewell. The route takes in some of the Peak District’s spectacular views as well as four 400m long railway tunnels and the former Hassop Station, which is now a café, shop and bike hire.
Tissington Trail
The Tissington Trail is a traffic free trail for walkers and cyclists, which runs for 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Once the railway line supplying milk to London, it’s now a pleasant ride which is almost entirely flat with small elevations now and then and affords a fantastic view of the countryside and its surroundings.
Derwent Valley Heritage Way
The Derwent Valley Heritage Way follows the River Derwent from Ladybower Reservoir to Shardlow, where it joins the River Trent. The 55-mile stretch can be walked as a complete route or in sections, and takes in some of the most significant sights within the Peak District National Park and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, with plenty of country pubs along the way.
Fishing on the Rivers Derwent and Wye
Chatsworth offers the most picturesque scenery for a memorable fly fishing holiday.
In an exclusive arrangement for guests of The Cavendish Hotel, experienced fly fishers are welcome to enjoy the four miles of double bank fishing on the Chatsworth Fishery, running from Baslow, through Chatsworth Park, to Rowsley on the River Derwent.