Wharncliffe Crags Circular Walk – 3.61 Miles
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Wharncliffe Crags rises above the Upper Don Valley near Sheffield, with gritstone edges, heathland and woodland. Lyn and I recorded a 3.61-mile circular here and found it an easy, enjoyable walk. The rock formations and local history make this part of South Yorkshire rather special.
Walk at a Glance
Distance: 3.61 miles (5.8 km). Type: Circular. Location: Wharncliffe Crags, near Deepcar and Stocksbridge, South Yorkshire. Grade: Easy, based on our experience. Terrain: Woodland paths, heathland tracks and paths near the gritstone crags. The recorded start and finish are on Komoot.
A Little Yorkshire History
Wharncliffe Crags played a part in the early history of British rock climbing. James W. Puttrell was a regular visitor from the 1880s and pioneered climbs at the crags. The nearby railway once made Wharncliffe a popular Victorian destination. Read the Wharncliffe Heath Trust's history for the longer story.
And then there's the Dragon of Wantley. According to local folklore, a dragon terrorised the neighbourhood until a hero from More Hall defeated it. We didn't see him, but the story is part of Wharncliffe's history and character.
More from The White Shire
Explore our South Yorkshire Walks, the wider Yorkshire Walks collection and our Grenoside Woods Circular Walk.
Original Komoot Route and Photographs
Our 3.61-mile recorded route and all the original photographs are below.
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