Parsley Hay to Hurdlow - distance 2 miles.

Commencing at Parsley Hay and heading NW towards Hurdlow, the track is relatively flat with just a few slight inclines, none of which is severe. This section of the track was re-surfaced during the autumn of 2003 and consists of a smooth surface of crushed, compacted limestone.

Great care needs to be taken on the approach to the car park at Hurdlow as the track crosses a road to the overspill car park.

This section of track has an abundance of wild flowers, butterflies and insects, particularly during the summer months and has excellent views of the surrounding countryside.

Cycle hire available for people of all abilities including cycles for people with special needs. Click here for more information and photos.

Parsley Hay is situated off the A515, approximately 7 miles SE of Buxton. The large car park with tarmac surface (Pic 1) has two designated parking spaces for people with disabilities, with a further two spaces located in the car park at the other end of the visitor centre (Pic 2).

The car park at the far end of the visitor centre (Pic 2) again has a tarmac surface with two designated parking spaces for people with disabilities, and there is a further overspill car park beyond this (Pic 3), where the surface is less smooth. Pay and display, free to blue badge holders.

A toilet suitable for disabled people is situated half way along the visitor centre and not at the far end where the other toilets and located.

A good selection of hot and cold food and drinks available, including sandwiches, hot pies and pasties.

There are several picnic tables in front of the visitor centre. There is a tarmac surface and wall separating the picnic area from the busy track.