Eyam is primarily known for being the place where residents quarantined themselves during a plague outbreak in the 17th century. The church of St Lawrence dates back to Saxon times and has an eighth-century Celtic Cross, one of the best preserved examples of its kind in the country.placeholder image
Eyam is primarily known for being the place where residents quarantined themselves during a plague outbreak in the 17th century. The church of St Lawrence dates back to Saxon times and has an eighth-century Celtic Cross, one of the best preserved examples of its kind in the country.

10 lesser-known breathtakingly beautiful Peak District villages close to Sheffield

By Lee Peace
Published 18th Aug 2023, 00:03 BST

The Peak District is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, making it a cherished destination for local daytrippers and holidaymakers from further afield.

Bakewell, Castleton and Hathersage are classic spots to visit, but there are many wonderful lesser-known places that are also well worth seeing – and they are not too far away from Sheffield.

Why not head out to one of these lovely destinations for a day trip this summer?

Edale, in the Hope Valley, is chiefly popular with walkers heading to nearby Kinder Scout, and benefits from regular trains to Sheffield and Manchester.

9. Edale

Edale, in the Hope Valley, is chiefly popular with walkers heading to nearby Kinder Scout, and benefits from regular trains to Sheffield and Manchester. Photo: James Hardisty

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Ashford in the Water, on the River Wye, is home to the Grade II-listed Sheepwash Bridge.

10. Ashford in the Water

Ashford in the Water, on the River Wye, is home to the Grade II-listed Sheepwash Bridge. Photo: Anne Shelley

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