This blog post is a round up of the best waterfalls in the Peak District, including some hidden gems and secret Peak District waterfalls you might not know about. For the best Peak District waterfall walks, read on. ... READ MORE »
Archives for February 2022
The Best Bluebell Woods in Holmfirth
Looking for bluebell woods in Holmfirth? There can be nothing more magical than a bluebell wood - the intoxicating perfume and the carpet of blue flowers are amazing. Bluebells are usually a sign of ancient woodland. We're lucky to have a few bluebell woods in Holmfirth and nearby, so here is a quick round up of the best. ... READ MORE »
The Roaches Walk
If you are looking for somewhere to take the kids for a day out in the Peak District, what about The Roaches nature reserve in Staffordshire? It's a great place to explore with rock formations to climb, wildlife to see, places to picnic and more. If you need a walk map for The Roaches, read on! ... READ MORE »
Holmbridge Circular Walk
This Holmbridge circular walk takes in the beautiful Holme Valley countryside and is an easy walk for kids. It's actually a treasure hunt too, so a brilliant summer holiday activity! Using the route from Walks with Marty we had a lovely 5km walk in and around Holmbridge. ... READ MORE »
Grin Low and Solomon’s Temple Walk from Buxton
One of the most interesting Ethels on the list of Peak District Ethels has to be Grin Low, the site of Solomon's Temple. It's been on our to do list for a while, and we ended up visiting on a snowy day in between Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice. This is our Grin Low and Solomon's Temple walk, a lovely walk from Buxton. ... READ MORE »
21 Short Walks in the Peak District
If you need a short walk in the Peak District, maybe for a day when it's raining or you're short on time, check out this round up of our favourite short walks in the Peak District. These walks are great for ticking off those Peak District Ethels as most of them are only a short walk away from the parking area. This post has 21 quick and easy Ethels for you to get, giving you a head start on the ... READ MORE »
The Roaches and Hen Cloud Circular Walk
As part of my training for the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge we've been putting together some long walks in the Peak District. This circular Peak District walk takes in Gun Moor Trig Point, The Roaches Trig Point, Hen Cloud, Ramshaw Rocks and Merryton Low (Blake Mere Trig Point). At 17 miles it's definitely a challenge distance-wise (for me!), with some steep climbs. ... READ MORE »
Ramsden Reservoir to Hade Edge Circular
There are many beautiful walks in Holmfirth and this circular walk from Ramsden Reservoir takes in the scenic countryside of Hade Edge. This 5km Ramsden Reservoir circular walk is great for families and kids and has great views from the tops. ... READ MORE »
Shutlingsloe Circular Walk via Whetstone Ridge
This Peak District walk takes you to Shutlingsloe and then onto Whetstone Ridge via The Cat and Fiddle. This is a lovely walk to do, exploring the Peak District countryside and bagging two more Peak District Ethels and the Shutlingsloe trig point. This was definitely a Peak District walk of two halves! The route for this Shutlingsloe circular walk takes you through stunning Cheshire countryside, ... READ MORE »
Crowden to Woodhead Tunnel Walk
This easy route from Crowden follows the Trans Pennine Trail through the Longdendale Valley to the former Woodhead tunnel and the abandoned Woodhead Station. This is a great walk with kids, as the route alongside the Woodhead Reservoir is pretty level all the way, and is great for railway enthusiasts too. ... READ MORE »
