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Cheshire Walkers Group

We are the Cheshire Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Join us for this varied walk out from Hathersage. Many points of interest including North Lees Hall, Stanage Edge, Higger Tor, the Longshaw Estate, Padley Gorge and Chapel. It really is a smorgasbord of delights.

As always, you will need to contact the leader in advance to book a place on this walk.

Sunday, 30 November 2025
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
510m / 1673ft
Type:
circular

Please arrive in good time to be ready to leave promptly at 9.45am. There are toilets at the start and later in the walk.

Parking costs £6 by PayByPhone app or cash. Free parking may be available on street towards the railway station.

A great breakfast can be enjoyed from 8am at Open House on Main Road in Hathersage. This cafe closes at 3pm so drinks at the George afterwards.

Paths are mostly excellent but limestone can be slippery when wet. A couple of muddy sections are possible.

Dogs allowed, if known to the Leader, and kept on a short lead at all times. Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 23130 81378
Nearest postcode:
S32 1DU
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Start time:
9:45 am

Odd fellows Road Car Park. Meet opposite the swimming pool.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking