Central Summer: Stanton Moor & Robin Hoods Stride - Day Walk
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This 11 mile / 18km walk starts in Winster, an old lead mining village - once most prosperous - the main street is all 18th Century and contains several fine buildings, including the Hall (built in 1628) and the 16th Century Market House.
From Winster we stroll downhill for a while before climbing onto Stanton Moor, here we see a total contrast in vegetation - now mainly open heather moor with a scant covering of birch. Stanton Moor, a finger of gritstone amid limestone country, rises to 1,060 feet (323m) and is open, breezy, heather clad moorland giving glorious views across the valley of the Derwent. It's two chief characteristics, are the curious rock formations and the vast number of prehistoric remains - burial chambers, standing stones, circles and fortifications - that litter the moor.
After circumnavigating the moor, our descent takes in the old quarry village of Birchover. We continue from here along a combination of tracks and field paths on the approach to the gritstone tor of Robin Hood`s Stride. Cratcliffe Tor can be found nearby. At its foot, we find the Hermit`s Cave, notable for the 12th Century crucifix carved into the rock.
More field paths, a stroll down a quiet lane, then a short, sharp climb, lead us to Elton, an attractive village of stone cottages. We finish off by following the Limestone Way back to Winster.
Walk Highlights: stone circle known as Nine Ladies, Robin Hoods Stride, Winster, Birchover, Elton, Cratcliffe Tor and Hermits Cave.
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What to bring
Good boots are necessary, with thick socks for extra cushioning, this is a longer walk and steep in places!!
Bring at least the minimum walking kit consisting of walking boots, backpack with water and lunch!!!
- Walking Boots
- Socks
- Gaiters (optional)
- Walking Shorts/Trousers (not jeans)
- Waterproof Jacket
- Mid Layer (e.g. Fleece)
- Warm Hat
- Gloves
- Rucksack
- Food & Water (at least 3.5 pints / 2 litre)
I recommend you bring a flask with a warm drink and put your lunch in a container so that it doesn't get squashed or soggy. Layer up your clothing and at this time of year we might be putting layers on then removing them to regulate our temperature.
Food & drink
Bring lunch, however I intend to stop for refreshment at the Red Lion in Birchover (probably a late lunch). Those of you who know me, will be aware that I'm quite partial to an IPA or real ale, and the Red Lion houses it's own onsite Micro Brewery, see here for more details https://www.red-lion-birchover.co.uk/birchover-brewery/
Before we depart there may be another opportunity for a swift pint at The Miners Standard at Winster (https://minerswinster.wixsite.com/home).