Stanage Edge: Austen & Bronte Guided Walk

Jane Austen wrote, “There is not a finer county in England than Derbyshire.” We celebrate the 250th anniversary of her birth with a guided walk on Stanage Edge — the stunning gritstone escarpment where Keira Knightley surveyed the wild moorland landscape as Lizzie Bennet in the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. The walk also passes Thornfield Hall, associated with Charlotte Brontë’s masterpiece, Jane Eyre. A wonderful half-day walk with exceptional views and rich literary history.

• Distance: 6 miles/ 10km.
• Ascent: 1000 feet /300m of ascent.
• Difficulty: Easier – Moderate.
• Great For: New and experienced hill walkers.
• Approx Timings: 0930 – 1300. Final confirmation when you book.
• Start/Finish Day: Hollin Bank Car Park, North Lees, Hathersage, S32 1BR.

Please Note: You can book below on a public walk. Or, you can book this as a Private Guided Walk, with options for other dates, shorter or longer routes, or routes which are more accessible. Please Contact Us > for information and prices.