The first written record of Hayfield is to be found in the Doomsday Book when it was called 'Hedfeld' and was a natural clearing in the vast forest at the foot of the Kinder Massif the southern most point of the Pennine Chain.
Today, the village is a popular destination for walkers, day and staying visitors to the Peak District. The village is renowned for its high quality gourmet public houses (which also offer accommodation), self catering rural accommodation and has a range of shops including chemist, post office, hairdressers, grocers, greengrocers, as well as gallery and gift shop. For more information on places to stay.
Hayfield is renowned for its Country Show and Sheepdog trials held each September.
A wide range of information on the village, current and planned intiatives and links to local groups is available.
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