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Overview

From the Blacksmith's Arms pub, a circular walk past Talkin Head Farm and onto Talkin Fell and Simmerson Hill. Return via Hynam to start. Paths tracks and minor road. Impressive views from the top of Talkin Fell. 

Saturday, 7 June 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:10 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular

Maps Lr 86  Ex 315

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 55000 57301
Nearest postcode:
CA8 1LE
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Start time:
10:10 am

Talkin Village

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Difficulty:
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Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
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Difficulty:
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Distance:
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Start:

Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE