Calver: A Picturesque Derwent Valley Village Calver is a beautiful village situated in the Derwent Valley, surrounded by the most beautiful scenery. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Calver – a picturesque village in the Derwent Valley Ancient History There is evidence that this part of the Derwent Valley has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and Calver itself is an ancient village, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. It is made up of three distinct areas: Calver...
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Miller’s Dale
Miller's Dale: A Small But Perfectly Formed Peak District Village The small but perfectly formed village of Miller's Dale lies on the banks of the beautiful River Wye, surrounded by the limestone crags of the White Peak. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Miller's Dale – a small but perfectly formed village on the River Wye Railway Heritage Miller's Dale grew with the arrival of the Midland Railway in 1867, which linked Manchester with London. It was a...
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Birchover, Rowtor Rocks and Nine Ladies Stone Circle
Birchover: A Characterful Village Steeped in Ancient History The pretty village of Birchover lies on the south eastern border of the Peak District National Park. It is a characterful village, surrounded by the most stunning scenery. Although only five miles out of the town of Matlock, it stands amid the most magnificent open moorland that is steeped in history. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Birchover – a characterful village surrounded by stunning moorland Ancient History Birchover is...
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Hathersage via Longshaw (8 miles)
Hathersage via Longshaw (8 miles) Distance: 8.7 miles (14 km) Time: 3-4 hours Terrain: Well-made tracks, short stretches of road, some inclines Accessibility: No stiles, kissing gates Start and Finish Hathersage Walk via Longshaw: SK 23145 81395 - S32 1DD - ///majoring.trend.entitles DOWNLOAD THIS HATHERSAGE WALK AS A PDF Hathersage via Longshaw (8 miles) This lovely walk is a little challenging in places but the views are definitely well worth the effort. The route starts and ends in Hathersage, meanders along the River Derwent to Grindleford, onwards and upwards on to Froggatt Edge, through the NT Longshaw Estate, over to Surpise View, and back down...
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Hollinsclough
Hollinsclough: A Pretty Peak District Village in the White Peak Hollinsclough is a small but very pretty village situated between the River Dove and the River Manifold. It is situated in the most stunning landscape, close to the magnificent limestone summits of Parkhouse Hill and Chrome Hill, and also near to the popular beauty spot of Dovedale. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Staffordshire village. Hollinsclough – a pretty village in the White Peak History and Silk Weaving The village...
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Crowdecote
Crowdecote: A Picturesque Hamlet on the River Dove The picturesque hamlet of Crowdecote lies on the River Dove, which divides the Derbyshire Peak District from the Staffordshire Peak District. It is a small place, but very pretty – and situated in the most stunning scenery. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire/Staffordshire hamlet. Crowdecote – a picturesque hamlet on the River Dove Ancient History An ancient settlement, it is believed that the name comes from Cruda's Cot, Cruda being a...
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Whaley Bridge
Whaley Bridge: A Pretty Gateway Town to the Goyt Valley Whaley Bridge is a pretty little town on the western edge of the Peak District, situated on a crossing of the River Goyt. Although it sits outside the boundary of the national park, it is an important gateway town to the beautiful Goyt Valley and has much to offer the visitor. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire town. Whaley Bridge – a pretty gateway town to the Goyt Valley...
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Beeley
Beeley: A Picturesque Village on the Chatsworth Estate Beeley is a picturesque little village surrounded by beautiful countryside at the southern end of the Chatsworth House Estate, with pretty stone cottages clustered on quiet lanes. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Beeley – a picturesque village on the Chatsworth Estate History One of four villages used primarily for employees of the Chatsworth House Estate (the others being Pilsley, Edensor and Calton Lees), Beeley was purchased by the third...
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Hathersage Walk (Fairy Woods) – 2 miles
Hathersage Walk (Fairy Woods) - 2 miles Details: Hathersage Walk (Fairy Woods) - 2 miles Distance: 2 miles Time: 30-45 mins Terrain: Field paths, woodland trails, country lanes Accessibility: Well-made paths but with uneven surfaces, gates, no stiles Start and End Point: Postcode S32 1DD DOWNLOAD ROUTE AS A PDF Introduction to Hathersage Walk This short Hathersage Walk starts and ends in the centre of the lovely village, which is very well served with cafes, restaurants, pubs and shops. There are also public toilets available. It follows well-made paths up and out of the village, past the church, through beech woodlands and back down into...
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Ashford-in-the-Water via Monsal Dale (6 miles)
Ashford-in-the-Water Walk Details Distance: 6 miles Time: 1-2 hours Terrain: Field paths, woodland trails, country lanes Accessibility: Well-made paths but with uneven surfaces, gates, a few stiles Start and Finish Point: DE45 1QB ///flaunting.reddish.awards DOWNLOAD ROUTE AS A PDF Introduction This Ashford-in-the-Water Walk starts and ends in the centre of this lovely village, which is well served with tea rooms and pubs and has public toilets. It follows well-made paths up and out of the village towards Monsal Head and over the iconic viaduct. There is a further pub and a tea room at the half-way point. The route then descends and follows pretty woodland...
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