Beeley Moor, Derbyshire, DE4 2NT

Hob Hurst’s House

Prehistoric

Place photograph

6.8

Wildland

1–2 hours

Time

Free

Cost

Wild

Feel

Remote countrysideHillsWalkersHistory lovers

Why it's Wildland

6.8

A square prehistoric burial mound stands on exposed moorland above Beeley. Its name comes from a local goblin: a small, tangible archaeological site with a name rooted in folklore.

The draw is the contrast between a modest prehistoric earthwork and its exposed moorland setting. Reaching it takes a substantial uphill walk, so this is best approached as a short, purposeful moorland outing rather than a roadside stop.

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The experience

Walk from the track-side parking area across open moorland to the square burial mound and its interpretation sign. Expect an uphill approach, gates and stiles; there are no facilities or shelter at the site.

Things to do

Walk across Beeley Moor to the mound

Follow the track from the parking area, pass through the large gate and over a stile, then take the sunken lane indicated by the wooden sign. The approach is uphill across open moorland.

Just over a mile each way from the described parking area; total duration not specified.

Read the earthwork in the landscape

At the site, look for the square prehistoric burial mound, its earthwork ditch and outer bank, and the interpretation sign. Do not climb on the monument.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · Allow 1–2 hours; the site is just over a mile’s walk from the track-side parking area, with the return journey adding distance.

Quick escape: walk to the mound

01
Use the gravel area at the start of the track or the informal layby described by English Heritage; confirm parking conditions before setting out.
02
Continue along the track to the large gate giving access to Beeley Warren moor, then cross the stile.
03
Follow the sunken lane and the wooden sign towards the mound; expect an uphill moorland walk with gates and stiles.
04
At the site, look at the square mound, its ditch and outer bank, and the interpretation sign. Do not climb on the monument.
05
Retrace your route. There is no shelter or on-site visitor facility.

Verified history

English Heritage describes Hob Hurst’s House as a square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch and outer bank. The site is managed by the Peak District National Park Authority. The supplied evidence does not give a more precise date or identify people associated with its construction.

Folklore & legend

English Heritage says the mound was named after a local goblin. This is a note about the origin of the name, not evidence that the supernatural figure existed.

Hidden details

A square mound, not a house — Despite its name, the site is described by English Heritage as a square prehistoric burial mound. Look for the earthwork ditch and outer bank that shape it.

The approach is part of the visit — The route to the mound passes a large gate, a stile and a sunken lane. English Heritage describes the moorland section as fairly strenuous and warns that the site is exposed, with no shelter.

When to go

· Daylight hours; English Heritage advises visiting at a reasonable time during daylight.

The supplied sources do not establish a best season. The site is open moorland, so conditions and exposure matter more than a claimed seasonal highlight.

The site is exposed and has no shelter. Check the forecast and be prepared for poor weather before walking across the moor.

What to look for

Look for the mound’s square outline, its earthwork ditch and outer bank, and the interpretation sign. Do not climb on the monument.

The story

Prehistoric burial mound; local goblin folklore

Best time to go

No season-specific recommendation is supported by the supplied sources. Choose a clear, settled day; the site is exposed and has no shelter.

Visit in daylight, as advised by English Heritage. A clear, settled day should make the exposed moorland approach more comfortable; no particular season is identified in the supplied evidence.

How long to spend

1–2 hours

Perfect for

Walkers · History lovers

Before you go

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Address

Beeley Moor DE4 2NT

Phone

+44 370 333 1181

Website

english-heritage.org.uk

Listed hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Practical information

Opening & access

English Heritage describes the site as open at reasonable times during daylight hours and free to enter. From the parking area by the track, it is just over a mile’s walk to the mound. The route includes a stile and a fairly strenuous uphill walk across open moorland, with gates and further stiles.

Parking

English Heritage describes a gravel area at the start of the track with room for several vehicles, plus an informal roadside layby. Parking availability and any restrictions should be checked before visiting.

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Toilets

No facilities on site; toilet availability elsewhere is not specified. Check before visiting.

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Food & drink

No food facilities are specified at the site. Check before visiting.

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Dogs

Dogs on leads are welcome and must be kept under close control because livestock may be grazing.

Accessibility

The approach is described as a fairly strenuous uphill walk across moorland, with gates and stiles. The supplied source lists the car park and entrance as not wheelchair accessible. Check current conditions before visiting.

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Cost

Free