At several points I came across signs warning of the dangers around. Taking the invite willingly I did so and immediately began a winding climb up through delightful woodland. Soon I came to a pillared gateway and archway indicating I was about to enter High Tor Grounds. Now was my chance to find out what I had been missing. I had often driven through Matlock and Matlock Bath along the A6 Derby Road looking up towards the Heights of Abraham and the limestone cliffs of High Tor not thinking about what it would be like to walk around the tops and look down. The Walk: It was a lovely August morning, not many of those in a most disappointing summer when I arrived in Starkholmes to begin this most anticipated walk. Then more fantastic woods are enjoyed before descending to Matlock River Gardens and then up and on to Matlock Bath Station & returning to Starkholmes. From High Tor the walk descends to the gorge at Old Matlock before climbing again via Shining Cliff to Matlock Dale and the Heights of Abraham. The climb to High Tor is delightful through lovely deciduous woodland but the seclusion is abruptly shattered once the top is reached and the breathtaking views to the gorge below, Matlock Town and Riber Castle are revealed. Summary: A thoroughly enjoyable walk with interest throughout the whole five and a bit miles which starts immediately after taking the path down from Starkholmes to the entrance to High Tor.
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