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St Matthew's Church, Hayfield – Sett Valley Trail loop from New Mills

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St Matthew's Church, Hayfield – Sett Valley Trail loop from New Mills

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St Matthew's Church, Hayfield – Sett Valley Trail loop from New Mills

02:30

9.66km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.33 km

Birch Vale Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful views of reservoir that is adjacent to a lovely cobbled track. Slippery when wet!

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2

3.91 km

Sett Valley Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great walking on good paths

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3

4.12 km

Sett Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

A good path to start.

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4

4.40 km

Bluebell Wood Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

5

4.94 km

Hayfield Memorial Garden

Highlight • Waterfall

A little gem hidden behind the main street in Hayfield lies the cascading River Sett waterfall meandering its way through to New Mills before merging with the River Goyt. Best …

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6

4.97 km

St Matthew's Church, Hayfield

Highlight • Monument

A relaxing place to sit next to the River

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7

6.18 km

View of Birch Vale Reservoir and the River Sett

Highlight • Viewpoint

Easy walking with great views

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8

7.26 km

Sett Valley Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

The Sett Valley Trail is a 2.5 mile recreational trail for walkers, cyclists and horse riders linking New Mills and Hayfield.

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9.66 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.81 km

436 m

232 m

164 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.54 km

971 m

470 m

429 m

248 m

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6°C

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