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Ilam Park: Autumn: Guided Walk: Folk Tales of the White Peak

Mysterious creatures, ghostly apparitions, spooky settings, the White Peak is full of folk tales. Come along to hear these tales told in their original setting.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Join us for a walk through the hills, and through the pages of the stories told about the Peak District. Many folk stories have been passed down, through the centuries of people living in this beautiful landscape. Still more stories have been added by the writers who’ve wandered through this inspiring setting.

Set off from Ilam Park and explore through the hills and valleys listening to the wonderful tales of Peak District life.

The walk will be approximately 5 miles and will include hills. Accompanied children (11+) are welcome.

Voucher is included for 10% off at Ilam Tea Room redeemable on the day of the walk.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Accompanied children over the age of 11 years welcome.

Meeting point

Meet at the Welcome Hut in Ilam Park (where you'll also find signs for the Manifold Tea-Room, our second-hand bookshop and toilets).

What to bring and wear

Wear sturdy shoes and come prepared for the weather, that might be sunhats or raincoats.

Accessibility

Route involves some slopes and stony paths. There may be cattle in some fields. Please contact the office for an exact route plan.

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