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There’s great variety on this guided walk, exploring wild, beautiful moorland, wooded cloughs, meadows and sweeping landscapes with far reaching views. Eyam’s association with an outbreak of the plague in the 17th century provides fascinating history too.
£40.00
We begin our walk in Eyam, learning how the village quarantined its population in 1666 following a tragic outbreak of the plague. We ascend steeply to Sir William Hill, a high point, before making our way over the heather-clad Eyam Moor and descending to the delightful woods and stream of Abney Clough. Our route then climbs out of the valley and traverses lonely Offerton Moor with great views of surrounding moorland and heather – scan the sky here for birds of prey, skylarks, curlews and grouse. We then take a track over Abney Moor – another wilderness delight – before crossing the steep-sided upper reaches of Abney Clough. A short, steep ascent brings us onto a wide ridge where we enjoy a panoramic view over the White Peak landscape far below. We descend on a lane into the pretty village of Foolow where a track crosses wild flower meadows and takes us back to Eyam.
Want a shorter, slower pace walk with more time in Eyam? You can join our ‘Chill on the Hill’ at Eyam Guided Walk on 25 February 2024 here.
| The Walk | We begin our walk in Eyam, learning how the village quarantined its population in 1666 following a tragic outbreak of the plague. We ascend steeply to Sir William Hill, a high point, before making our way over the heather-clad Eyam Moor and descending to the delightful woods and stream of Abney Clough. Our route then climbs out of the valley and traverses lonely Offerton Moor with great views of surrounding moorland and heather – scan the sky here for birds of prey, skylarks, curlews and grouse. We then take a track over Abney Moor – another wilderness delight – before crossing the steep-sided upper reaches of Abney Clough. A short, steep ascent brings us onto a wide ridge where we enjoy a panoramic view over the White Peak landscape far below. We descend on a lane into the pretty village of Foolow where a track crosses wild flower meadows and takes us back to Eyam. |
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We meet at the Village Car Park on Hawkhill Road, Eyam, S32 5QP. This car park is free.
Please note: The entrance is on the right shortly after you turn up Hawkhill Road from the village – the right turning is just beyond the Derbyshire Dales Pay Display Car Park (which has public toilets).
Please see a Google Map showing the location of Hawkhill Road here.
Coming by Bus or Train
We’re keen to support public transport use and reduce emissions. If you’re arriving reasonably nearby we’ll give you a free lift. Just ask us when you book.
There are public toilets the Derbyshire Dales Pay Display Car Park (adjacent to the car park we meet in).
Eyam is a fascinating village with a great little museum opposite where you park – Eyam Museum. The Village has excellent tea rooms, cafes, a pub, shops and accommodation. See Map here.
Hathersage is 15 minute drive away with a railway station, shops, cafes, hotels, restaurants, accommodation, fuel station and toilets. See map here.
This is Harder Walk. Here is our walk difficulty guide >
We have created a separate page of the most frequently asked questions here >
Click here to see a Google map of accommodation near this walks start.
We have also created a page of Peak District accommodation we recommend here >
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