6 walks near Hathersage in the Peak District

For may people, Hathersage is the gateway to the Peak District. This selection of walks are all within a five mile radius of the popular village which is just ten miles south of Sheffield.

Hathersage (Image: Gary Wallis)

Hathersage Circular
0 miles from Hathersage
From Robin Hood’s Stoop to Little John’s grave, an adventure-packed walk that ascends high above Hathersage for far-reaching views, passing a wealth of country houses along the way
Click here for the details of the Hazleford and Offerton walk
Some of the Peak's most recognisable landmarks, such as Lose Hill and Winhill (Image: Helen Moat)

Hathersage and the River Derwent
1 mile from Hathersage
This ramble has everything: riverside tranquillity; country lanes and tracks undulating below the moorlands with views across to the Hope Valley in one direction and Hathersage in the other, finishing with a lovely mixed woodland that feels quite continental.
Click here for the details of the River Derwent walk

Carl Wark, Higger Tor and Burbage Rocks (Image: Gary Wallis)

Hathersage Moor, Carl Wark and Higger Tor
3 miles from Hathersage
Looking across from the summit of Sir William Hill, the flat-topped crag of Higger Tor seems to rise out of Hathersage Moor like an altar to the gods; commanding and awe-inspiring.
Click here for the details of the Higger Tor walk

Stanage Pole (Image: Wayne Richardson)

Stanage Pole and Cowper Stone
3 miles from Hathersage
Starting from Upper Burbage Bridge Car Park, cross the road and follow the path up to Stanage Edge, passing Cowper Stone, a striking solitary gritstone boulder.
Click here for the details of the Stanage Pole walk

Bamford Mill (Image: Gary Wallis)

Bamford
3 miles from Hathersage
After exploring the back streets of Bamford, this walk follows mainly paths, tracks and quiet country roads, ascending gradually to heady heights for panoramic views. 
Click here for the details of the Bamford walk

Padley Chapel and ruins of Padley Hall (Image: Helen Moat)

Grindleford and Padley Gorge
5 miles from Hathersage
This walk delves into the past on old paths and tracks, descends ancient woodland to discover the remains of a historic manor and ascends gradually back to the breathtaking heights of Surprise View.
Click here for the details of the Padley Gorge walk

All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change.