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Social walk from YHA Hartington Hall
Overview
Sunday 21st September 2025
Distance: 6 miles (9.5km)
Duration: 3.5 - 4.5 hours
Led by: Simon Ainley, YHA, with BMC volunteer guides
Discovery and connection
Starting and finishing at YHA Hartington Hall, this is a great White Peak walk through the upper Dove Valley with stunning views along the way. We visit the interesting ruins of Pilsbury Castle, built in a motte and bailey style, then cross the River Dove via an old footbridge, before heading south through fields and returning to Hartington via the famous cheese shop and village pond. Note that there are quite a few stiles along the way!
This event is part of YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.
What makes it special
- Discover the glorious limestone scenery of the White Peak
- Join us to celebrate YHA’s 95th anniversary
- Free cuppa and cake at the finishing point
Date and time
Sunday 21st September 2025
Start: 10:15am
Starting point: YHA Hartington Hall
Price
It’s free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging participants to make a voluntary donation to support our Breaks Programme, helping groups of young people and families facing challenging circumstances to access life-changing adventures in our hostels.
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