Derbshire’s Henges & Stone Circles Day Tour

The area of the Derbyshire Peak District, which lies between Buxton, to the east and Matlock to the west, is home to some of the most important and well-known ancient and mystical sites in Britain as well as some lesser-known gems.  Arbor Low, the oldest of the man-made sites of the area, has been called both the ‘Stone Henge of the north’ and ‘Little Avebury’ whilst the Nine Ladies on Stanton moor has up to 40,000 visitors every year.

The natural outcrop of Robin Hoods Stride is a prime examples of an early meeting place, from a time when humankind was still so connected to Mother Earth.

The village of Youlgreave was mentioned in the Domesday Book and when in the White Peak it is great place to call in for lunch at one of the pubs and to visit to the village church.  Youlgreave church probably dates from Saxon times and contains two interesting tombs in the chancel one dating from 13 century around the time of the Knights Templar.   There is also a fine carving to be found in the wall of the Nave dating from the 12^th centaury.

A little removed from the other sites on the White Peak is the BullRing Henge located in the village of Dove Holes.  It is encouraging to see that this site, which is situated on a playing field at the heart of a working village and a modern housing estate is so obviously viewed with respect by the local inhabitants and is therefore to be found in great condition.