Holmesfield Walks
This Derbyshire based village is located on the edge of the Peak District National Park, on the western side of Dronfield and the southern side of Sheffield.
It's an historic place with 43 buildings listed as historically or architecturally significant. These date mainly from the 15th to the 17th century and include Cartledge Hall and Holmesfield Hall.
This walk from the village takes you north to explore Holmesfield Park Wood. There's some nice peaceful woodland trails and an Easy Access Trail in the woods. The Dronfield 2000 Rotary Walk can be picked up to the west of the village and followed to the nearby woods. The 12 mile, waymarked circular walk can be used to extend your outing if you have time.
In the woods you can look out for a variety of wildlife including deer and woodpeckers.
At the northern end of the woods you can also follow footpaths past Woodthorpe Hall. The 17th century private house is used for weddings but you can enjoy views of the historic site from near the northern edge of the woods.
Postcode
S18 7WT - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsHolmesfield Ordnance Survey Map 
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Walks near Holmesfield
- Dronfield 2000 Rotary Walk - Explore the woodland and farmland around Dronfield, in Derbyshire, on this pleasant circular walk
- Shillito Woods - These woods near the village of Millthorpe have a nice walking trail and views across Ramsley Moor in the Peak District
- Birchen Edge - Climb to this gritstone edge and enjoy wonderful views over the Derwent Valley in the Peak District
- Curbar Edge - This circular walk takes you along the spectacular Curbar Edge in the Peak District
- Chatsworth Park - This circular walk takes you around the splendid Chatsworth Park in the Derbyshire Peak District
- Padley Gorge Trail - Follow the Padley Gorge Trail through the stunning Hope Valley in the Peak District
- Longshaw Estate - The Longshaw Estate is a National Trust owned country park in Upper Padley in the Peak District
- Sheffield Country Walk - Explore the countryside around the city of Sheffield on this interesting circular walk
- Froggatt Edge Circular Walk - Enjoy splendid views over the Dark Peak on this climb to the gritstone escarpment of Froggatt Edge
- Barbrook Reservoir and Stone Circle - This walk visits Barbrook Reservoir and Stone Circle on Big Moor and Ramsley Moor in the Peak District National Park
Pubs/Cafes
Back in the village you can enjoy some post walk refreshments at The Angel. They serve good quality dishes with lots of Vegetarian and vegan options. There's a splendid large garden outside for warmer days.
Dog Walking
The woods are ideal for dog walking and The Angel pub mentioned above is also dog friendly.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To the west you can pick up the circular Barbrook Reservoir And Stone Circle Walk. The route visits a scenic 19th century reservoir and an ancient stone circle on Big Moor and Ramsley Moor. Next to the moors there's White Edge where you'll find more wonderful geology and pretty heather.
Photos
Holmesfield Park Wood
Easy Access Trail
Woodthorpe Hall in early springtime
Coronation Garden, Angel Inn, St Swithin's church, and George ^ Dragon pub
Holmesfield Park Wood
Village scene, Holmesfield. The name "Holmesfield" means "raised pasture-land" and is of Norse and Anglo-Saxon origin