This Scammonden Reservoir walk is just over 4 miles and takes in some beautiful scenery around the Scammonden Valley. It's a nice walk for kids, with lots for them to see including various statues and artworks along the way. The terrain is undulating though, with there being some series of steps, so it's not suitable for pushchairs or mobility scooters. Despite this, it's a lovely walk to do ... READ MORE »
Archives for March 2022
Ecton Hill, Revidge and Wetton Hill Walk | 9 Miles
Last week was half term so we managed to fit in a few good long walks and tick off a few more peaks on the Peak District Ethels list. This 8.5 mile walk around the beautiful Staffordshire countryside takes in Revidge Trig Point, Ecton Hill Trig Point and Wetton Hill. Here's the route for this Peak District walk near the Manifold Valley. Revidge is a hill to the north-west of ... READ MORE »
Sir William Hill, Durham Edge and Shatton Moor Circular Walk | 9 Miles
This is a lovely 9 mile Peak District walk taking in Sir William Hill trig point, Durham Edge trig point (ish) and Shatton Moor, all of which are Peak District Ethels which we were able to tick off our list! The walk takes you through the lovely Peak District countryside, with moorland terrain and farmland. ... READ MORE »
Best Walks Near Crowden Campsite
It seemed only fitting that I put together a round up of the best walks near Crowden Campsite as we seem to have done a fair few from there now. Here are some Peak District walks around Crowden you might like to try. Crowden is a beautiful part of the Peak District, nestled in the bottom of the valley between peaks such as Black Hill and Bleaklow. Crowden Camping and Caravanning Site is ... READ MORE »