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Kinder Scout Walks (via Jacob’s Ladder) From Edale | 8, 9 + 10-Mile Routes

Bridge with stream and trees

A Kinder Scout walk in the Peak District is a must-do hike, being the highest point in the national park. There are many different ways to reach the top but one of the best ways to hike to Kinder Scout is via a path called Jacob’s Ladder, a short but steep route beginning at a […]

Edale to Crowden Long Walk (via the Pennine Way) | 17-Mile Route

Hikers walking on the Pennine Way to Mill Hill

Here’s a great long walk you can do in a day. Or you can just keep walking and do the full 268-mile trail all the way to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. If you’ve ever thought about hiking the Pennine Way National Trail this is a perfect walk to test your skills and see […]

Derwent Edge Circular Walk (via Lost Lad + Back Tor) | 8-Mile Route

Rocks on Derwent Edge

This Upper Derwent Valley walk is a lovely 8-mile route taking in some wonderful views from Derwent Edge. From Fairholmes at Ladybower Reservoir, you start by walking past the impressive Derwent Dam then making your way along the Upper Derwent Reservoir before the uphill climb to Lost Lad cairn then the trig point at Back […]

Mam Tor Via Jacob’s Ladder Walk From Edale | 10-Mile Route

Mam Tor trig point

A wonderful 10-mile loop from Edale, Derbyshire finishing with Mam Tor, now that’s a perfect end to a walk! This route begins in Edale village and follows the Pennine Way National Trail up Jacob’s Ladder before veering off to Brown Knoll, Rushup Edge and eventually to Mam Tor summit before descending back to the start. […]

10 Mam Tor Walks in the Peak District (Short, Medium + Long Walking Routes)

Great Ridge to Mam Tor walk Peak District

Want to do a Mam Tor walk in the Peak District but not sure what route is the best one for you?  Here you can find 10 Mam Tor walking routes to suit all levels. Each route is a circular walk and includes a stop at Mam Tor summit with stunning views of the Hope […]

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 […]

Mam Tor + Lose Hill Walk From Castleton | 7-Mile Route

Views from Back Tor along the Great Ridge

Walking along the Great Ridge from Lose Hill to Mam Tor is one of the best walks in the Peak District. It’s also a very popular walk but when you’re walking along the ridge with the valleys on either side, you’ll see why. Our route begins from Castleton up to Lose Hill summit then along the […]

Winnats Pass Walk From Castleton (+ Mam Tor) | 5-Mile Route

Winnats Pass Peak District scenic photo

Most people’s first experience of Winnats Pass will be driving through the pass via the road. It really is one of those wow moments and if you’re lucky to be the passenger you can really take it all in! This walk takes you above Winnats Pass and the views are amazing. The route starts in […]

Derwent Edge Walk From Ladybower Reservoir (Fairholmes) | 10-Mile Route

Derwent Edge walk Peak District

Derwent Edge walk is a lovely route to do from Ladybower Reservoir. You start the walk next to Ladybower Reservoir, then make your way past Derwent Dam, which looks amazing when it’s overflowing and along Derwent Reservoir. After a gentle start to the walk, you then start your incline up to Derwent Edge, making your […]

Burbage Edge + Higger Tor From Upper Burbage | 6-Mile Route

Rocks and green hills

This is a lovely circular walk starting along Upper Burbage Edge and then looping back via Over Owler Tor and Higger Tor. It’s located not far from Hathersage in the Peak District, but this walk starts at Upper Burbage car park which means you don’t have to start the walk with an uphill climb! The […]