Category Archives: White Peak Area

9 Edges Walk (Derwent Edge to Birchen Edge) | 23-Mile Route

Walks from Baslow

Yes, you’ve guessed it, the 9 Edges Walk is a challenge to hike along 9 different gritstone edges in the Peak District. It’s a fantastic long-distance walk in the National Park, taking in some fantastic views along the way. You can set yourself a challenge to walk or even run the route or take your […]

Curbar Edge Walk From Curbar (+ Froggatt Edge + White Edge) | 6-Mile Route

Rocks and blue skies, with bright sun

The great thing about the Curbar Edge walk is having beautiful views without having to hike miles uphill! There is a short uphill section, but it’s pretty gentle and once you’re walking along the edge with the views you’ll forget all about it! This 6-mile loop takes you along three of the Peak District edges […]

16 Beautiful BEST Short Walks in the Peak District

Views from Back Tor

Whether you are new to hiking or simply limited on time, these short walks in the Peak District are perfect for everyone to enjoy. There’s a mix of different routes from 2 to 5 miles, taking roughly between 1 hour to 3 hours. Ideal for a short trip to the Peak District and great if […]

Robin Hood’s Stride From Elton | 4.5-Mile Route

Robin Hood's Stride walk Peak District

Looking for a beautiful short walk to do in the Peak District? The Robin Hood’s Stride walk is perfect for everyone to enjoy, with pretty scenery and fun things to explore on the way, including Robin Hood’s Stride, Cratcliffe Rocks and the Hermit’s Cave! Here you will find details on how to get to the […]

Burbage Edge, Padley Gorge + Higger Tor Walk From Upper Burbage | 8-Mile Route

Burbage Edge walk in Peak District

This great walk in the Peak District takes in many highlights without having to hike too many miles! It takes on the highs of Burbage Edge, Over Owler Tor and Higger Tor towards the beginning and end of the walk. Then there’s a great low-level section through the Longshaw Estate, including Padley Gorge walk. Here […]

Chee Dale Walk From Miller’s Dale (Stepping Stones Walk) | 5-Mile Route

Chee Dale stepping stones walk

One of the most wonderful places to walk in the Peak District is Chee Dale in the White Peak Area. The unique Chee Dale walk is hidden beneath the Monsal Trail and it is a fantastic location for a short walk with a few hidden surprises. This circular walk starts from the old station at […]

Monk’s Dale Walk From Miller Dale | 4.5-Mile Route

Monk's Dale in Peak District

Monk’s Dale is a beautiful walk in the Peak District National Park. It’s a less popular route than nearby Chee Dale or Monsal Trail but it’s just as picturesque. The Monk’s Dale walk is one of the five Derbyshire Dales, covering 57 hectares. It takes you through the valley of Monk’s Dale Nature Reserve and […]

Derbyshire Dales Walk + Anthony Hill From Elton | 6-Mile Route

Gratton Dale walk

This Derbyshire Dales walk is beautiful but comes with a few challenges at the beginning of the walk! The route takes you from Elton village, along Gratton Dale, then onto Long Dale, before looping back round to Anthony Hill, where you can go explore or choose the path alongside the hill. For the beginning of […]

Robin Hood’s Stride Walk + Bradford Dale From Elton | 8-Mile Route

Robin Hood's Stride walk Peak District

The Robin Hood’s Stride walk takes you on a beautiful circular walk, including Bradford Dale in the Derbyshire Peak District. It’s a wonderful walk for everyone to enjoy as there’s plenty to see and do on the walk. Although Robin Hood’s Stride only makes up a small portion of the walk, it’s a great highlight […]

Three Shires Head Short Walk From Gradbach | 5-Mile Route

Three Shires Head

Looking for a short walk to Three Shires Head in the White Peak Area of the Peak District? The Three Shires Head is a popular place to visit and marks the boundary for the three counties – Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire. A wonderful short walk to do on a cold winter’s day or a perfect […]