These mystical ruins are at the heart of Heptonstall, one of the Pennines’ most historic villages. At the centre of the village are the ruins of the Church of St Thomas a' Becket built between 1256 and 1260. Here you will also find the grave of Sylvia Plath, the legendary American poet, novelist, and short-story writer.

Alex Foxfield

April 26, 2021

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Situated on a moorland spur high above the characterful town of Hebden Bridge is Heptonstall, one of the most historic villages in Yorkshire. Centred around the ruins of the Church …

Zac

June 30, 2018

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A steep hike up the hill, but worth it for the ruined church and Sylvia Plath's grave.

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1. Hebden Water Stepping Stones – Hardcastle Crags Wooden Bridge loop from Hebden Bridge

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420m

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2. Hebden Bridge Railway Station – Hell Hole Viewpoint loop from Hebden Bridge

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320m

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3. Hardcastle Crags Wooden Bridge – Hebden Water Stepping Stones loop from Hebden Bridge

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02:43

210m

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Elevation 260 m

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Location: Heptonstall, Calderdale, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Ruins of the Church of St Thomas à Becket, Heptonstall

1. Hebden Water Stepping Stones – Hardcastle Crags Wooden Bridge loop from Hebden Bridge

2. Hebden Bridge Railway Station – Hell Hole Viewpoint loop from Hebden Bridge

3. Hardcastle Crags Wooden Bridge – Hebden Water Stepping Stones loop from Hebden Bridge

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