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18th century milestones walk

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Description

Starting in High Bradfield the walk passes St Nicholas’ Church before descending to Agden Reservoir. The route then climbs above the reservoir and crosses moorland before reaching the first of two 18th century milestones. The route then follows high ground with views across Ewden valley towards Bolsterstone. The route then cuts back towards High Bradfield, visiting the second milestone. Views across to Win Hill are afforded from above High Bradfield before dropping down across fields to return to the village.

This walk is sponsored by The Old Horns Inn, High Bradfield

Information

  • Length 6.5 miles
  • Time 3.5 hours
  • Grade – Moderate. Some steep ascents, rough ground and muddy in places. Large ladder stiles. A section is on roads. The paths are well defined.
  • Start – Old Horns Inn, Brown House Lane, High Bradfield.
  • Parking – On the road at High Bradfield. Please do NOT park on the Old Horns Inn car park.
  • Grid Reference SK 2685 9246
  • Public transport – 61 /62 Bus stop in High Bradfield
  • Refreshments – Old Horns Inn, High Bradfield

Download walk instructions and gpx data


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Map of the walk route

Milestones walk map

Mobile Phone Coverage – Mobile phone signal coverage is mostly good in this area. Intermittent signals can be received on higher ground.

Ordnance Survey map OL1 Dark Peak is recommended for all the routes on this web site.

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