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Recreation in
Our Valley
For over 100
years the valley has been a centre for recreation for people
wanting to enjoy the countryside and to participate in
outdoor activities. The network of footpaths and bridleways
give peaceful ways to walk, mountain bike or horse ride
along and across the valley.
Walking
Both the
Mid-Shires Way and the Goyt Way long distance footpaths pass
down the valley. Many circular routes can be made and a
booklet is available at the Roman Lakes cafe with a variety
of routes with maps to choose from. The booklet costs just
£1.
There are many
short walks for families to enjoy and leaflets are available
free at the cafe.
Mountain
Biking
The many
bridleways along and crossing the valley are a great start
to longer rides out into the Peak District. With free and
safe parking at Roman Lakes and armed with the routes book
available at the cafe, you can be sure of some fine riding
and spectacular scenery.
Riding along
the valley floor is suitable for families whilst still
giving the feeling of adventure.
Horse Riding
The bridleways
through the valley are suitable for making circular rides.
If bringing horses by horse box parking is available at the
roadside on Arkwright Road or at the car park at Roman
Lakes where there is a hitching post and mounting block. Please do not park anywhere along Lakes Road.
To protect the
surfaces walking with horses is permitted but not
Angling
Roman Lakes is
a day ticket angling water and a special favourite with carp
anglers. There is an onsite Angling Shop and angling
coaching is available, juniors and families are especially
welcome.
Canoeing
The North Lake
is used for canoeing but only for organised groups with BCU
qualified instruction. To join an organised group see
here
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