Walking and rambling in Eyam
Overview
If you're planning on staying at YHA Eyam, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Eyam Village
A walk through the historic village of Eyam, discover the sacrifice locals made to contain the spread of the plague in 1665
Easy route (PDF, 0.9MB)
1.3 miles, takes 45m to 1h
Eyam and Stoney Middleton
An interesting and undulating walk with two loops from the historic village of Eyam
Moderate route (PDF, 1.1MB)
5.2 miles, takes 2h 45m - 4h
Eyam Moor, Abney Moor & Foolow
A walk through moors and villages of the Peak District with plenty of historical points of interest along the way
Challenging route (PDF, 1.5MB)
10.5 miles, takes 5h - 8h 15m
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Mountain biking in Eyam
Ideally located on the edge of the White Peak (limestone) and Dark Peak (grit-stone), there's lots of different mountain biking terrains to discover.
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Cycling in Eyam
YHA Eyam is an ideal location for enjoying one of the many circular cycling routes around the lovely Peak District.
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Climbing in Eyam
Eyam is a stone's throw from the famous Peak District climbing areas of Stanage, Froggatt, Curbar and Stoney Middleton.
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The David Mellor Design Museum
Famous for his cutlery design, the museum shows exactly why David Mellor is so often referred to as ‘the cutlery king’.
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Climbing in Hathersage
Attempt one of the many routes along the famous Stanage, Burbage and Millstone edges. England's finest grit-stone climbing boasts brilliant crags, cracks and bouldering to test your abilities.
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Hathersage Swimming Pool
Surprisingly, this large outdoor public swimming pool is located in the small Derbyshire village of Hathersage.
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Walking and Rambling in Hathersage
If you're planning on staying at YHA Hathersage, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the ar
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Walking and Rambling in Ravenstor
The Monsal Trail is a disused railway line running from nearby Buxton to Bakewell that follows the course of the beautiful River Wye.
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Derbyshire Flying Centre
Fly as free as a bird with paragliders and hang-gliders at Derbyshire Flying Centre in Tideswell. Visit the website
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Climbing in Castleton
There's world famous grit-stone routes and bouldering a short drive away, the nearest crag is just 300 metres from the hostel.
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Cycling in Ravenstor
There are many popular cycling routes near Ravenstor. The country's longest unbroken climb is near by in Castleton and there are many quiet country roads to explore in all directions.
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Chatsworth House
The stately home and 1000 acre park of the Duke of Devonshire.
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Climbing in Edale
If you enjoy climbing, head for Stanage Edge. Along this 4-mile stretch of gritstone there’s a choice of 1000 challenges covering all grades.
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Bakewell
Take a trip to Bakewell and discover this charming Derbyshire Dales town. You'll find great shopping, plenty of spaces to relax and the famous Bakewell Pudding confection.
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Bakewell
7 miles Take a trip to Bakewell and discover this charming Derbyshire Dales town.
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Walking and Rambling around Castleton
If you're planning on staying at YHA Castleton Losehill Hall, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can e
