If you’re looking for some inspiration for a 5-mile walk in the Peak District, then you are in the right place! We’ve bought together 10 of our best walks of around 5 miles in one place for you here. These walks are perfect when you’ve just got a few hours to spare, or if you’ve […]
Tag Archives: 5 miles
10
Feb
Feb
Here’s a lovely short walk from Hathersage along the River Derwent, then up towards Offerton Moor to enjoy the scenic landscape of the Derwent Valley and surrounding hills. Hathersage is a beautiful little village in the Derbyshire Peak District. It’s a perfect location to start and finish a walk as there are many facilities there, […]
23
Feb
Feb
A great walk with a real mix of scenery from low level walking next to Errwood Reservoir, exploring the ruins of Errwood Hall, then a big uphill to reach Shining Tor summit with gorgeous views of the surrounding hills and Goyt Valley. From Errwood Reservoir you begin the walk on the flat, a great way […]
10
Dec
Dec
The Monsal Trail walk is one of those popular trails that everyone has heard of in the Peak District. And with good reason, it’s a fantastic walk with lots of interesting things to see on the route. The best things about the Monsal Trail is that it’s easy to navigate, it’s well signposted and it […]
21
Sep
Sep
Lose Hill walk is a great short route to do from Castleton in the Peak District. The summit is slightly shorter at 476 metres than nearby Mam Tor, which is 517 metres, but it still has stunning views of the Hope Valley. Lose Hill is a popular walk, since it makes up part of the […]
29
Aug
Aug
Thor’s Cave walk is located in the Manifold Valley in the Staffordshire Peak District. It is a brilliant route to do with friends and family, including little ones looking for some adventure on a walking route! Thor’s Cave is a huge cave that you can go inside and explore further, plus there are stunning views […]
Short walks, White Peak Area
Shutlingsloe Hill Walk (Via Macclesfield Forest) From Wildboarclough | 5-Mile Route
20
Aug
Aug
A beautiful 5-mile walk up Shutlingsloe Hill and through Macclesfield Forest in the Peak District. This is a great route from Wildboarclough and includes a wide range of scenery and terrain for a 5-mile walk. From the start at Wildboarclough you’re doing the tough bit first, heading up to Shutlingsloe where you can enjoy the […]
Short walks, White Peak Area
Three Shires Head Walk From Wildboarclough | 5.5-Mile Route (+ Shutlingsloe Option)
13
Aug
Aug
A lovely route from Wildboarclough to the stunning Three Shires Head, complete with it’s packhorse bridges and waterfalls. This walk begins from Clough House car park in Wildboarclough, and goes via a rocky track and fields to Three Shires Head before looping back via Cut-thorn Hill where you have views of Shutlingsloe in the distance, […]
21
May
May
This Parkhouse Hill and Chrome Hill walk is a must-do route in the Peak District, with stunning views from both hills and the surrounding area. Many years ago both hills formed part of a coral reefs and if you keep an eye out on your walk you’ll see fossils in the rocks! Please note this […]
Dark Peak Area, Short walks
Alderman’s Hill Walk (+ Saddleworth Trig) From Greenfield | 3 or 5 Mile Route
12
May
May
A lovely short walk from Binn Green car park, Greenfield near Dovestone Reservoir in the Greater Manchester part of the Peak District. Whilst most walkers head off towards Dovestone Reservoir, this walk takes you in the opposite direction for a quieter route with equally spectacular views. It’s a circular 3-mile walk, however, if you are […]