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Hardcastle Crags

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A magnificent wooded gorge in the South Pennines, with over 18 miles of footpaths, taking in waterside paths and waterfalls. The 'Crags' in the name do not refer to high peaks. Rather, the term is applied locally to the stacks of millstone grit which are a feature of the landscape. Entymology enthusiasts will enjoy the Crags, as the area is home to the northern hairy wood ant (the rest of us needn't worry, as the little fellows are harmless!). The ants built prominent nests, using pine needles the way we might use thatch.

Hardcastle Crags covers over 400 acres of woodland. At the centre of the Crags is Gibson's Mill, a restored cotton mill that was one of the first in the area. The mill now acts as a visitor centre for the Crags as well as offerong a look at our Industrial Revolution past.

So remote is the site that it is not connected to the National Grid for its electricty, but rather, it generates its own power through a sustainable, eco-friendly energy scheme implemented by the National Trust.

There are regular guided walks through the Crags, but visitors can also take one of four signposted walks which resemble a figure 8, centred on Gibson's Mill.
Hollin Hall, Crimsworth Dean, Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire, England, HX7 7AP

About Hardcastle Crags
Attraction Type: Countryside
Location: There is limited car parking, which can cause delays at high season. Please consider coming by public transport, cycle, or on foot. Details on the Naional Trust website.
Website: Hardcastle Crags
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St Aidans Mission - 3.9 miles from Hardcastle Crags Wainstalls, Yorkshire Sleeps: 10 Stay from: £497

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Moyles Hotel & Restaurant - 1.6 miles from Hardcastle Crags Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire Stay from: £69.00

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Holme House - 1.6 miles from Hardcastle Crags Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire From: £55.00

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Hebden Bridge
Visitor and Canal Centre
New Road
Hebden Bridge
Yorkshire
England
HX7 8AF
Tel: 01422 843831
Alternate Tel: 01422 368725
Fax: 01422 845266
Email: hebdenbridge@ytbtic.co.uk
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