Limestone Way Highlights
Sample the Limestone Way on a short self-guided walking holiday: the perfect weekend getaway. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included
Limestone Way Highlights
https://www.contours.co.uk/Limestone-Way-Highlights
A short walk from Castleton to Matlock through the iconic limestone scenery of the White Peak.
From £280 per person
Depart from the trail's starting point at Castleton on a short break along the most picturesque stretch of the Limestone Way. Orchids crowd the woodland floor on tranquil trails through the dales, while white-throated dippers flit beside riverside paths along the River Bradford.
As welcoming local villages provide natural rest stops along the trail, this is the perfect gentle walk, offset by dramatic limestone scenery and brilliant viewpoints such as Robin Hood’s Stride.
Exploring the fine limestone scenery of the White Peak, including caves, cliffs, and rocky formations.
Visiting the many charming Derbyshire towns and villages along the trail.
Experiencing the classic Derbyshire landscape: a mix of rolling pastures criss-crossed by drystone walls, shady woodland and beautiful valleys.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIMEH1 | From Castleton to Matlock | 2 days walking | £280 | |
| LIMEH2 | From Castleton to Matlock | 3 days walking | £370 |
The ancient custom of well dressing occurs in many Derbyshire towns and villages between May and September. Due to the increase in people visiting such villages and taking part in well dressing celebrations, availability at accommodations in the surrounding area can be affected. If you would like to walk during this time, please contact us to discuss availability and we will be happy to assist.
Please note that Castleton, Monyash, Youlgreave, Bonsall and, most famously, Tissington, all hold well dressing celebrations. For more information about well dressing, where and when the events occur, please check the Visit Peak District website here.
Travel to Castleton where your first night's accommodation has been booked
Castleton to Monyash(L). 14 miles (22km)
Monyash(L) to Matlock. 13.5 miles (21.5km)
Depart from Matlock after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
Overnight stops marked with an (L) have very limited accommodation, and therefore more often than not will also require a transfer, particularly on bank holidays and weekends. We will use non-transfer accommodation wherever possible.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to travel more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog-friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Traveller or Single Supplements apply respectively:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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