Beyond Fox House the route leading to Hathersage is joined by the B6521 road to Grindleford via Padley Gorge. The A6187 crosses the Burbage Brook, then passes a rock known as Toad's Mouth where it crosses into Derbyshire. The road continues towards Hathersage passing between Owler Tor and Over Owler Tor and then takes a tight curve at Surprise View where the traveller will be greeted with a view of Hope Valley.
Beyond Fox House, the path leading to Hathersage is joined by the B6521 road to Grindleford via Padley Gorge. The A6187 crosses the Burbage Brook, then passes a rock called Toad's Mouth where it enters Derbyshire. The road continues towards Hathersage between Owler Tor and Over Owler Tor before taking a sharp turn at Surprise View, revealing a view of Hope Valley.