
Abney & The Barrel Inn loop
Bretton and Abney, Derbyshire
- 2hr 45m / 7.2km
- 47
Visit The Barrel at Bretton & explore secluded valleys on this hilly jaunt around Abney, Derbyshire.
Step 1: To visit Bradwell, catch the 272 bus that runs between Sheffield & Castleton, or find limited on-road parking in the village. There’s a great chippy, a couple of shops and 4 pubs to refuel at before or after a long walk.

Step 2: Start beside Bradwell Brook. The water goes right underneath some of the houses.

Step 3: You’ll find public loos here just inside the park.

Step 4: Follow the flow of the brook towards the main road.

Step 5: Cross over the road and head down Soft Water Lane.

Step 6:

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Visit The Barrel at Bretton & explore secluded valleys on this hilly jaunt around Abney, Derbyshire.

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