HATHERSAGE - FAIRY WOOD WALK

29 Dec

Written By Getlostmcr

Seek some relief from the windy peaks and enjoy this short walk that’s perfect for a winter’s day…

Start: Oddfellows Road, Hathersage, S32 1DD

Distance: 4.63 miles

Duration: 2 hours

Elevation: 800 feet

Difficulty: Easy

Navigation: Download the GPX file here

Starting and ending in quaint Peak District village, Hathersage, this is a perfect route if you prefer your walks to start and end in a country pub or cosy cafe.

The route follows well-made paths up and out of the village, past the church, through beech woodlands, and up over the tops towards Stanage Edge, before meadnering back down into the village on country lanes.

Hathersage

This picturesque village in the Derbyshire Dales is adorned with stone cottages, a babbling brook, and welcoming faces aplenty. Take a moment to explore the local shops, cafés, and St Michael’s Church, where you can take a visit to Little John’s Grave.

A Legendary Wander: Discovering Little John’s Grave

Our walk leads you past St. Michael's Church at the start of the route, where you’ll find the final resting place of Little John, legendary companion to Robin Hood. If rich folklore and enchanted woodlands sounds like your idea of a great day out, this walk is for you.

Stanage Edge

Leaving the Fairy Wood behind, our route ascends towards the moors at the base of Stanage Edge. This iconic gritstone escarpment offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.