In Henry VIII's time Thomas Becon, who was hiding in the village to escape religious persecution, found the people of Alsop en le Dale to be "of very good wits and apt understanding". On our visit there was not a soul to be seen - but the inhabitants of nearby Parwich were just as agreeable. After a gentle climb from the village the walk finishes with an easy stroll along the Tissington Trail - just watch out for the cyclists.
LOCATION: South Peak District
START: A515, Alsop Station car park
Grid ref: SK155549 Postcode: DE6 1QP
DISTANCE: 5.5 miles
GRADE: Easy, with a bit of ascent
TIME: 3 hours
MAP: Explorer OL - White Peak Landranger 119
REFRESHMENTS: Sycamore Inn
EN ROUTE: Alsop Hall, Parwich Hall, Tissington Trail
This walk was originally published by
The Manchester Evening News