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682 Hollinsclough

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"100 years behind the rest of the world, well disposed, but ignorant and simple-minded". That's what Sir George Crewe thought of his tenants at Hollinsclough in 1820. But though still remote, the village is an attractive place, bustling with activity and a thriving primary school.


LOCATION: Two miles north west of Longnor
START: Hollinsclough signed from B5053, park near telephone box (Grid reference 065665)
DISTANCE: Three and a half miles
GRADE: Moderate, but quite rough underfoot
TIME: Two hours
MAP: Explorer OL - White Peak
Landranger 119

REFRESHMENTS: Pack a flask