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Peak District - Bakewell

Distance: 41 mi / 66 km
Elevation: 4,009 ft / 1,222 m
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Starting and finishing in Bakewell this route includes Sir William Hill, Mam Tor and Monsal Head.

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Red Ride - Bakewell Hills

Red Ride - Bakewell Hills 08 May 2022 This week we planned a feature ride in the Peaks starting from Bakewell and taking in 3 iconic climbs, Sir William hill, Mam Nick, and the Monsal Head Hill climb. Read more

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