Details Distance: 12 miles Time: 7-8 hours Terrain: Mixed, hill trails, rocky paths Accessibility: Challenging, rocky terrain, steep descents, stiles Introduction This walk starts from the pretty village of Hathersage, situated in the heart of the Hope Valley, and takes in the dramatic gritstone heights of Stanage Edge and Higger Tor. It is not for the fainthearted, but offers some of the finest views in the Dark Peak area of the Peak District. The stunning scenery and variety of terrain more than rewards the effort, plus there is a convenient stop en-route to allow the walker to sample arguably the best chip butties in Derbyshire. This...
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Arbor Low
Arbor Low Arbor Low Arbor Low in the Peak District is regarded as being one of the most important Neolithic sites in the UK, and very few henge monuments are as well-preserved. It is an atmospheric place, set high on moorland in the White Peak just outside the pretty town of Bakewell, and the view from the hill on a fine day is stunning. Arbor Low is thought to have been established in around 2500 BC, in use until the Bronze Age, and was one of the first ancient monuments in the UK to be given statutory protection in the 1880s. Arbor Low is made...
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Peveril Castle
Peveril Castle Castleton The romantic stone ruins of Peveril Castle stand high on a hill overlooking the pretty village of Castleton, with the Hope Valley spread out to one side and the beautiful gorge of Cave Dale to the other. Peveril Castle above Cave Dale A Little History Peveril Castle is one of the earliest Norman fortresses in England. After the Norman Conquest in 1066, William I decreed that a number of castles be built throughout the country. Peveril Castle is believed to be one of the first constructed, and was named after William’s son, William Peverel. The exact date of construction is unclear, but...
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Chatsworth House
Chatsworth House Chatsworth House Chatsworth is indisputably the jewel in the crown of the Peak District. Home to the Cavendish family since the 16th Century, Chatsworth House is a magnificent English country house set in over 1,000 acres of parkland, with over 100 acres of stunning formal gardens, a Farmyard and children's Adventure Playground, as well as cafés and gift shops. Chatsworth is deservedly top of the list of attractions for visitors to the Peak District National Park, and there is more than enough to keep the whole family occupied for a full day here. What is there to do at Chatsworth? Chatsworth House Chatsworth...
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Dales of the River Dove (8 miles)
Details Distance: 8 miles Time: 5-6 hours Terrain: Mixed, hill trails and grassy paths Accessibility: Some steep sections, stiles Introduction This walk is a little challenging in places but the effort is most definitely worth it! You pass through some of the most spectacular dales in the White Peak, where dramatic limestone crags tower above grassy slopes dotted with wild flowers. There are picturesque villages and shady woodlands en route, and the walk often meanders along the banks of the beautiful River Dove. This is a circular walk of 8 miles, along mixed terrain of hill trails and grassy paths. There are some fairly steep...
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Foolow
Foolow Foolow is a small but delightful village in the White Peak area of the Peak District. It offers quiet, country lanes, pretty limestone cottages, a village green with a medieval cross … even a picture-perfect duck pond, complete with white Aylesbury ducks. The sweet little church of St Hugh is well worth a visit. It was once a smithy, but was consecrated as a church in the late 19th Century. Foolow also has an architecturally interesting Wesleyan chapel dating from 1836. The Bull’s Head pub is situated in the centre of the village and serves honest, locally-sourced food and real ales. It was one...
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Bakewell in Derbyshire Peak District
Bakewell in Derbyshire The picture-perfect town of Bakewell in the Derbyshire Peak District, with its beautiful setting on the River Wye, is often referred to as the ancient capital of the Peak District. It is a relatively small market town with a population of less than 5,000, but its wealth of historic buildings, shops and restaurants make it a very popular destination for visitors to the area. It is a wonderful place to explore, with pretty riverside walks, old stone cottages, narrow lanes and hidden courtyards. Derbyshire Peak District Market Town Things to do in Bakewell - Events A thriving, busy community today and the...
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Castleton
Castleton A day in the beautiful village of Castleton should feature in the itinerary of every visitor to the Peak District. It is surrounded by stunning scenery, nestled in the hills at the western end of the Hope Valley, Castleton has something to offer for everyone. Castleton for outdoor adventures For outdoor enthusiasts Castleton is the perfect gateway to the moorland and hill trails over Kinder Scout, Mam Tor and the Great Ridge, and its many cave systems will appeal to adventurous kids of all ages. Visitors who prefer a gentle pace of exploration will enjoy wandering through its narrow lanes, browsing the independent shops and sampling...
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Ashbourne
Ashbourne in Derbyshire The picturesque town of Ashbourne is known as the Gateway to the Peak District. It's certainly the perfect base from which to explore the spectacular White Peak countryside, and the town itself has loads to offer the visitor, with beautiful architecture, plenty of independent shops and lovely cafés. Ashbourne in Derbyshire The History of Ashbourne Ashbourne is a town steeped in history. The magnificent St Oswald’s Church dates from around 1220 and its towering spire can be seen from pretty much everywhere in the town, standing at 215ft tall. Ashbourne was granted a charter for a market in 1257 and a market still takes...
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