Peak District Hikes
Leaving the beautiful village of Edale, this Peak District walk climbs Grindslow Knoll before heading off over the Kinder Scout plateau to discover the wreck of the Dragon Rapide on Edale Moor, the Seal Stones on the northern edge of the plateau and returning via the 'Seven Minute Crossing' across the plateau. This is a challenging 7.5 mile walk and good navigational skills are essential. ... READ MORE »
Are you taking on the Accessible Peak District Trig Point Challenge? There is a challenge to visit all 88 trig points in the Peak District. Sadly, a lot of them are on private land and are inaccessible without seeking permission or trespassing. I've put together a list of the accessible Peak District trig points, all of which are on either Open Access Land or near to footpaths and come up with ... READ MORE »
If you're looking for the most beautiful walks in the Peak District, this is the post for you! I've gathered together some of my favourite Peak District walks which have amazing views and scenery. These walks in the Peak District vary in length and difficulty, so there should be a walk to suit everyone here. I've tried to pick walks in the Peak District which are beautiful all year round ... READ MORE »
This walk explores the Eastern Martindale Fells near Ullswater and heads over Hallin Fell, Steel Knotts, Wether Hill, Loadpot Hill, Arthur's Pike and Bonscale Pike from St Peter's Church, Martindale, ticking off 6 Wainwrights along the way. ... READ MORE »
The Holme Valley Circular walk is a challenging walk at 24 miles with 1300m of ascent, taking in the countryside surrounding the Holme Valley. This walk from Honley heads up to Castle Hill, then Thurstonland, Hepworth, Netherthong and back to Honley, passing Digley Reservoir and the ruins of Hades along the way. If you like long day hikes, you'll like this one! ... READ MORE »
This Peak District walk is great for history fans - we explored the site of the abandoned Bolehill Quarry before heading off to Surprise View, Higger Tor, Burbage Rocks and back through Padley Gorge. At 7.5 miles this walk has lots of points of interest, exploring the beautiful Dark Peak moorlands. ... READ MORE »
This Derwent Edge walk starts from Cutthroat Bridge, and is a steady 8 mile out-and-back walk to Back Tor trig point. If you want spectacular views over Ladybower Reservoir, this is the walk for you! ... READ MORE »
If you're looking for a challenging day hike in the remote parts of the Peak District, this Fairholmes to Grinah Stones walk, following the River Derwent through the Derwent Valley, could be for you! With a visit to the Barrow Stones, an optional stop off at Ronksley Cabin and a return alongside the River Westend, this walk explores some of the wildest areas of the Dark Peak. If you want an escape ... READ MORE »
This West Nab and Deer Hill circular walk explores the very northern edge of the Peak District and it's wild, rugged moorland. This 8.5 mile walk will give you stunning views down the Wessenden Valley, home to numerous reservoirs and waterfalls, and you'll be able to tick off the West Nab trig point! I parked on Leygards Road, a country lane, and then followed the road north before ... READ MORE »
This Kinder Scout walk starts from the beautiful village of Hayfield, where the infamous Kinder Mass Trespass started, and heads away from the crowds to Kinder Low before climbing up onto the plateau. It then winds around the southern edge path towards Kinder Downfall, the highest waterfall in the Peak District, before heading back down over the Swine's Back to Edale Cross and then back down Oaken ... READ MORE »
