Walking in the Peak District - White Peak East : 42 walks in Derbyshire including Bakewell, Matlock and Stoney Middleton

This beautiful area of Derbyshire is renowned for its dramatic limestone valleys, charming market towns and iconic walking routes connecting places such as Bakewell, Matlock, Eyam and Stoney Middleton. This expert guidebook features 42 varied routes: 35 circular day walks ranging from 7 to 19km (completable in 2–6 hours) and 7 longer trails covering 15–70km for extended adventures. All walks are easily accessible from Bakewell, Buxton and Sheffield. You'll explore the region's valleys, plateaus and historic landscapes, with highlights including famous trails like the Monsal Trail, Tissington Trail and White Peak Circular, plus iconic sites such as Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, the UNESCO-listed Cromford Mill, and prehistoric Arbor Low. Each route comes with clear 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey mapping and GPX files to help you navigate with confidence. Practical information on transport, refreshments and facilities is included to help you plan enjoyable walking days. From peaceful riverside paths and flower-filled limestone dales to historic estates and sweeping countryside views, the eastern White Peak offers some of the most rewarding walking in the Peak District. Looking to explore further? Cicerone's 2-part White Peak series also includes Walking in the Peak District – White Peak West, available separately, with additional routes across the western dales and limestone plateaus.