What a glorious morning. Up and out just after 9 and arrived at Over Hadden car park for 9.30. Over Hadden is just outside Bakewell, but we've never been through the village before. Set off down a very steep lane and had an idylic walk alongside the River Derwent. The River is one of the pursest in the country and you could see right through to the river bed - the water was so clear. (It's not very deep mind you).
The route took us up through Quiet Lane and on to Alport.
Alport was the halfway maker so time to break out the water.
Alport is a gorgeous little village with some stunning houses and gardens. And a water mill, but it's privately owned so we didn't get much of a view of that. We crossed the road and set off on our first real uphill climb.
The climb didn't last long though and soon we were back in the fields with a view of the Derwent below us and Over Hadden ahead. A trudge through the fields full of sheep, little orange butterflies and ladybirds followed and then we saw the most wonderful sight ahead.
Yes!! A pub! The Lathkill Hotel. Very friendly hostilery with a stunning view back over Lathkill Dale. Sitting in the beer garden supping a cold drink was the perfect way to end the walk.
We'll be back!
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