Derbyshire is home to a number of charming towns and villages, and Hayfield is up there among the very best to visit this autumn.
This historic spot is perfectly situated for those wanting to delve into the county’s most scenic countryside over the coming weeks – will you be making plans to visit Hayfield?
1. Hayfield
Hayfield is a traditional starting point for those climbing Kinder Scout - the highest point in the Peak District National Park. Photo: Jason Chadwick
2. Historic village
The village lies on the line of a former Roman road between Buxton and Glossop - and was also situated on an important old packhorse route that connected Yorkshire and Cheshire. Hayfield appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086 as ‘Hedfelt.’ Photo: Brian Eyre
3. Perfect spot to visit this autumn
Hayfield is perfect to explore if you’re visiting Derbyshire this autumn. Photo: Brian Eyre
4. Award-winning places to eat
The Pack Horse in Hayfield, which is run by Luke Payne, is recommended by the Michelin Guide for its “hearty pub dishes” that come with a “refined touch.” The pub also features in the latest edition of Estrella Damm’s Top 100 Gastropub awards – being named as the 66th best gastropub across the UK. Photo: Brian Eyre