Baslow, Derbyshire . Sunday, 15th November, 2026
'A' Walk - Leaders - Jackie & Catherine. Dist.-10miles. Ascent - 1414 ft. Grade - Mod. Clockwise. Before entering Chatsworth Park we pass a beautiful thatched cottage. We follow the path through the park 
passing Queen Mary's Bower. After crossing the bridge at Chatsworth we take a path which eventually leads to Edensor, along the path there are excellent views of Chatsworth.
At Edensor we follow the track up passing the church and cottages. Although not a steep ascent the track goes on for someway. The top of the track seems a good place to stop for coffee, before we turn immediately right down a quiet road ,then crossing the B6040. We eventually reach and cross the A169 where we follow a well defined path through the woods to a ford across Rymas Brook. The track continues up to Hassop which is a good place to have lunch.
Having passed the Eyre Arms, we take a sign, posted Baslow and follow the path towards Bank Wood and along the edge to Bramley Wood. We follow a very steep descent into Calver, walking poles highly recommended. In Calver we continue the walk through fields which are parallel to the River Derwent. Eventually bringing us out on the outskirts of Baslow where we walk into the centre, where cafes and pubs are available.
Edensor Church Chatsworth House
'B' Walk - Leader - Barry Osborne. Dist. - 8.5 miles. Ascent - 1100 ft. Grade - Mod. Clockwise.
Baslow is a village with a population of 1,113 , situated 1 mile north Chatsworth House . The river Derwent runs through the village into the Chatsworth Estate and under a 17th century bridge .
Baslow has been named one of the most picturesque and scenic villages in Derbyshire .
Chatsworth House is the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess
of Devonshire and has been their family seat since 1549. However, it is now part of the Chatsworth House Trust to which the family pay a rent .
The walk - Please note that the walk will be clockwise.
Our walk today starts from the car park in Baslow and proceeds 
briefly through Parkside Wood before turning south easterly upwards across open countryside. After a steady climb we reach the Hunting Tower where we pause for a well-earned break.. and excellent views.
The next section of the walk, although still upwards, will be easier as we head for the well-known Emperor and Swiss Lakes. We continue through patches of woodland, passing to the west of Park Farm as we head for the Rabbit Warren. From here we continue southwards to Beeley Hilltop and Beeley Lodge
We now have a short walk along the B6102 before crossing the bridge over the Derwent into Calton Lees where we will call at the garden Centre for toilets and refreshments.
After the break we head upwards once again alongside Lees Wood, to the small settlement of Calton Houses, before another brief ascent into New Piece Wood.
With the climbing now over, we start our final descent past Maud's Plantation into the village of Edensor 
where we re-cross the road back into the Chatsworth Estate. We go over the historic bridge on to the eastern side of the river and continue northwards along the Derwent Valley Heritage Way back to our starting point in Baslow.
Do join me on this excellent walk. You will not be disappointed
'C' Walk - Leader - David Horne. Distance - 5 miles. Ascent - 558 feet. Grade - Mod. Anticlockwise.
Upon leaving the coach at Nether End, Baslow, we walk by the road to the nearby Cavendish Pavilion. We take 
our pre walk refreshments here.
When we depart we use a conveniently placed pedestrian crossing to access a residential path which brings us onto Eaton Hill. We turn left here and gradually climb a little to a small village green. We then make our way along Gorsebank Lane which is followed for quite some distance. Gorsebank Lane becomes more rural as we progress. We use field footpaths with gates for a short distance, gradually climbing, before emerging at Curbar village.
We then walk through Curbar, featuring nice well kept properties and then downhill to reach Calver. I intend taking our lunch break here. All Saints church is situated in the immediate vicinity. It may be possible to access the church porch where a seat is situated. The Bridge Inn public house is here as well.
When we start walking again, we use a pedestrian bridge over the River Derwent. We then turn left to use a subway before emerging on a good path, initially alongside the river, which we follow to a lane near Townend Wood. This lane makes for good going and takes us through Bubnell. We cross back over the river at Baslow and make our way to the start point, passing St Anne's Parish Church and the Cavendish Pavilion where we were earlier.
On the lane from Curbar to Calver Gorsebank Lane looking North River Derwent
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