Chatsworth Park and River Derwent
Bakewell, Derbyshire · East Midlands
Quick answer
The Chatsworth Park walk follows the River Derwent through Capability Brown's designed landscape with views of Chatsworth House. Dogs are welcome throughout the 5-mile estate route, with flat riverside paths suitable for all sizes.
Walk route
Showing approximate start location. Full route coming soon.
Distance
5 miles
Time
1h 40m - 2h 10m
Difficulty
Easy
Off-lead
Yes
Stiles
None
Parking
Available
Nearest pub
The Cavendish Hotel
Nearest cafe
The Garden Restaurant, Chatsworth
About this walk
A magnificent walk through the historic Chatsworth Estate in the heart of the Peak District. The route follows the River Derwent through Capability Brown's designed landscape, with views of Chatsworth House throughout. Dogs are welcome throughout the estate parkland.
Walk highlights
- ✦Chatsworth House views
- ✦Capability Brown parkland
- ✦River Derwent walking
- ✦Estate farmland and woodland
Terrain
🗓 Seasonal notes
A year-round walk. Summer evenings after the main house closes offer peaceful parkland access. Autumn colours in the estate woodland are exceptional.
🅿️ Parking
Pay and display at Chatsworth Estate car park
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