Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire offer the lowest priced cycle hire in the area and are situated just a short stroll away, at the beginning of the Magnificent Monsal Trail,
The Monsal trail is a disused railway line closed in 1968 and recently converted in 2010-2011 into a new traffic free cycle track, allowing people to cycle from Blackwell Mill, Near Buxton to Bakewell. The eight and half mile trail follows the river Wye and takes you through several newly opened lit tunnels, between steep gorges, surrounding limestone hills and across the spectacular Monsal Dale viaduct making this an exceptional cycling experience.
Discover along the way the stepping stones and natural springs, lime-kilns and the old station at Millers Dale built in 1863 where the hustle and bustle of the past are but a distant memory.
Spot the cotton mills of Litton and Cressbrook built in the 18th century, here the force of the river Wye was used to power the waterwheels of the mills. Stop and look down to see the river Wye waterfall at Water Cum-Jolly.. unseen from this view point for over forty years.
Cycle on to Hassop Station, where you can enjoy a welcome break at the book store & restaurant. Then cycling on to the famous Market town of Bakewell where you will find designated bike racks to allow you to park your bike and browse the local area. On your return rest and relax before going home at Blackwell Mills very own Lazy Days Tuck shop where you can indulge yourself with refreshments of Coffee, cake and confectioneries.
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