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Hathersage is a picturesque village located in Hope Valley in the Peak District. Surrounded by wooded hillsides and gritstone edges, you and your loved ones are bound to find lots of superb things to do in Hathersage.

It is a popular little place, famed for its links to the legend of Robin Hood, with second-in-command, Little John, reportedly having been buried in the graveyard of St Michael’s. Many visitors will stop off at the grave, one of the popular things to do in Hathersage

Hathersage is popular for outdoor pursuits and is often used as a base for exploring Stanage Edge. This gritstone escarpment is just north of the village and offers an exceptional place for walk and striking views for miles. For those feeling more adventurous, Stanage Edge is a popular rock climbing spot!

Other things to do in Hathersage include the outdoor swimming pool, the David Mellor Design museum and Thrope Farm!

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Photo of David Mellor Visitor Centre by John Lord

Little John’s Grave image by: Mick GarrattCCSA 2.0

  • Stanage Edge

    Bamford Edge and Stanage Edge Walk

    2h 34m

    5.4 miles

    Moderate

    A fantastic route for families, with plenty of space and well-kept walkways that are suitable for strolling with kids.

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  • David Mellor Visitor Centre

    David Mellor Visitor Centre

    The David Mellor Visitor Centre is part of the David Mellor Cutlery Factory, offering a design museum, café and country shop.  

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  • Hathersage Swimming Pool

    One of the few outdoor swimming pools in Britain, Hathersage Swimming Pool is 30-metres long and is heated throughout the winter months.

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  • Little John's grave

    Little John’s Grave

    St. Michael & All Angels Church Church Bank Hathersage Hope Valley S32 1AJ

    Little John’s grave is said to be in the graveyard of Hathersage church in Derbyshire, near where the legendary Robin Hood is thought to have originated.

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