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A lovely springtime four mile woodland walk on the county border
Until the end of the 19th century, the Sixpenny Handley parish had no outlying settlements to the east. Upwood Farm, which we visit on this walk, was established around 1790 although the present buildings are dated as ‘modern’ in the 1975 Royal Commission
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3 the best small hill walks in the Peak District
Discover three of Derbyshire’s great little peaks (all Ethels), choosing between an easy, medium and more demanding ramble. Even better, tackle all three Crook Hill This three-mile walk takes you to the twin summits of Crook Hill. At 1,253
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How walking on Dartmoor became a journey of discovery
It began because of Covid, when two friends, a musician and a cameraman, found themselves out of work. Lockdown left them with no income. Their working lives had come to a sudden halt. It was a desperate time for many people, including those like these
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Take a walk to the Halo panopticon and enjoy the views
Begin at St James Church in Haslingden and follow the path through the grounds. Take the exit on the left and continue left, up the hill, until you see the sign for The Halo. At the sign, turn left and then left again: this is Higher Lane. Continue