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Cycling at WettonCycling at Wetton
 
 
OUR ROUTES WILL introduce you to the delights of White Peak villages and the lovely Manifold Valley. Bikes can be hired from the Peak District National Park Authority's superb cycle hire centre at Parsley Hay, or you can bring your own if you prefer. 
 
Accommodation (see below) is available in local country guesthouses, farmhouse B&Bs or hotels in the nearby towns of Buxton and Ashbourne as well along the route. Evenings can be spent in one of our suggested local pubs or restaurants.
 

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 Cycle the Dales – White Peak Villages
This circular route offers you the opportunity to visit some of the most picturesque villages of the White Peak, that part of the National Park characterised by white limestone rock – seen in both the landscape and buildings.
 
The route offers two options depending on how far you want to ride – 21 or 30 miles. This is primarily gentle cycling, although there are some more taxing parts on the longer option which climbs above the Dove Valley.
 
 
 
 
HartingtonHartington Cycle the Dales – the Manifold Valley
This route explores the Manifold Valley, a delightful contrasting landscape to the White Peak villages ride.
 
Comprising two loops with a short linear section between them through the village of Hartington, this easy ride follows the Manifold Valley track before returning to Hartington via the picturesque village of Wetton.
 
The route is 17.5 miles, but it can be extended by cycling a further seven miles to the end of the Manifold Track and back.
 
 
FREE walking and cycling route descriptions and mapFREE walking and cycling route descriptions and map
 
 
Cycling Routes – Descriptions/Maps
The White Peak Villages and Manifold Valley route descriptions/maps are available free of charge as downloadable pdfs. To access them, simply complete this form with your name, address and postcode  – a return email contains a link to download the files.
 
 
Featured Accommodation:
 
 
Arbor Low B&BArbor Low B&BArbor Low B&B
Absolutely stunning views from the farmhouse adjacent to Arbor Low Stone Circle. Go walking, cycling and riding from the doorstep, then come home to log fires in your own lounge and dining room or sit in the garden while the sun goes down... read more >>
 

 Jaret HouseJaret House
 
Jaret House
This popular guest house lies at the heart of the picturesque village of Tideswell – recently refurbished, it offers modern facilities with all the traditional home comforts you'd expect from a high quality B&B. The owners also run Silva Map and Compass Courses and Peakland Walking Holidays... read more >>
 
  
 
Palace HotelPalace Hotel
 
The Palace Hotel
Renowned amongst holiday makers for its many excellent facilities, high standards of service and cuisine, the Palace is set in five acres of gardens, just a few minutes walk from the town centre, Opera House and Pavilion Gardens... read more >>
  
 
The SmithyThe Smithy
 
The Smithy
Originally a 17th century drovers' inn and more recently a traditional blacksmiths. Centrally located in the beautiful, rolling landscape of the Peak National Park and set in nearly four conservation acres... read more >>
 
 
 
Old Hall HotelOld Hall Hotel
 
Old Hall Hotel
Historic hotel across the leafy Square from Buxton's Opera House and Pavilion Gardens. A very special place to eat. Restaurant open daily, pre and post-theatre suppers our speciality... read more >>
 
 
  
Cairn GroveCairn Grove
 
Cairn Grove 
A spacious limestone house overlooking the village of Fenny Bentley within the Peak Park. The tastefully decorated en-suite rooms now complemented with attractive lounge/garden room... read more >>