🗺️ The route
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Join free to downloadIf you’re into your legends then this walk is for you. This Robin Hood’s Stoop and Little John’s grave circular will take you to the point Robin Hood allegedly shot the arrow from and where it landed in Hathersage, which was the decider to where Little John would later be buried.
What to expect
This walk starts off picturesque leading you towards stepping stones across the river Derwent before taking you up onto the hillside where you’ll get amazing views across the beautiful village of Hathersage that you’ll explore afterwards.
Although the stepping stones are mainly solid, the differ quite vastly in size making crossing them a little tricky at points.
Getting there & parking
Oddfellows car Park, Hathersage – S32 1DU. This is a pay and display car park, there is also alternative parking at the train station on the next street.
Good to know
You'll find pay & Display parking at the start of the walk. Postcode for sat nav: S32 1DU.
Yes, along the route.
No, dogs aren't allowed on this walk.
Expect woodland, riverside paths and tracks underfoot.
The route
This is a circular route, starting roadside but then following a mix of riverside paths, fields and tracks before heading back down through woodland and into the village to find Little John’s Grave.
Tips & what to bring
Take your time crossing the stepping stones and wear good footwear with plenty of grip as the stones can be slippery.
Eat & drink nearby
You’ll be spoilt for choice with the selection in Hathersage but our favourite is The George right in the centre of town, they serve food all day and the wood fired pizzas are incredible.
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POIs nearby
Little Johns Grave
The resting place of Robin Hood's sidekick 📍 0.3 miles away View on map →
Hathersage Stepping Stones
Stepping stones across the River Derwent 📍 0.9 miles away View on map →
Robin Hood's Stoop
Robin Hood shot an arrow from here to Little Johns grave 📍 1 miles away View on map →
Granby Discovery Barn
Full of information about the local areas flora, fauna and history 📍 1.9 miles away View on map →
Ice Cream Van
The perfect stop off on a hot day - cash only. 📍 1.9 miles away View on map →
Baslow Edge Highland Cows
Often seen roaming along this edge but please keep your distance 📍 4.7 miles away View on map →