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 »
4 Mile Walks
Crowden to Woodhead Tunnel Walk | 6 Miles
This easy 6 mile 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 »
Edale to Grindslow Knoll Circular Walk | 4 Miles
This 4 mile Grindslow Knoll circular walk starts in the pretty village of Edale, the start of the Pennine Way, and takes you scrambling up the stunning Grindsbrook Clough. Grindslow Knoll is one of the highest peaks in the Peak District and is definitely worth a visit. ... READ MORE »
How to Find The B29 “Overexposed” Plane Crash Site on Bleaklow – A Guide
Wondering how to get to the B29 Over Exposed plane crash site on Bleaklow? This handy guide will give you the route map and directions, plus top tips for visiting the Bleaklow plane crash site on the moors above Glossop. ... READ MORE »
Wessenden Moor Circular Hike | 4 Miles
Located just below Black Hill, this Wessenden Moor circular hike is a 6km circular route taking in the scenic moorland, streams and farmland of the Wessenden Moor. With views down to Digley reservoir, this is a great Holmfirth walk to do with kids (but we snuck out while our daughter was at school so didn't take her with us). If you are looking for walks in the Holmfirth area, get the route map ... READ MORE »
Cooks Study Hill and Snailsden Pike End | 4 Miles
Here's a circular walk in the Peak District to try - Cooks Study Hill and Snailsden trig point at Snailsden Pike End. It takes in views over Snailsden Reservoir before you head out over open moorland to find the Snailsden Pike End summit, marked by a trig point. The route is 6km and there are no major climbs other than a gentle incline to the top of Snailsden Pike End. It's a lesser known part of ... READ MORE »
South Nab Trig Point and Windleden Reservoirs | 4 Miles
This is a circular hike taking in the trig point at South Nab and Windleden Reservoirs, both Upper Windleden and Lower Windleden. It's a great walk for kids as it's not challenging but does use Open Access moorland so be sure to check the rules on dogs before taking your furry friends along as there are ground nesting birds and livestock on the moors. At 4 miles, this is a lovely family friendly ... READ MORE »
Langsett Reservoir Walk | 4 Miles
A circular walk around Langsett Reservoir with scenic views and a pub stop off near the end! Discover more about this 4 mile Langsett Reservoir walk now. ... READ MORE »
Dove Stone Reservoir Circular Walk | 4 Miles
Dove Stone Reservoir just sneaks into the Peak District and is a great place to go walking with kids. Check out this Dove Stone circular walk which will get the kids out and about in the fresh air, exploring and having a fab time! This Peak District walk with kids is relatively level, there are decent paths and it's 4 miles long. ... READ MORE »
Circular Walk Around Harden Moss in Holmfirth | 4 Miles
Earlier this week I snuck out of work early and headed up onto the tops with Hols and Joel. Don't worry, my boss doesn't mind. I work for myself! We headed out on a circular walk around Harden Moss in Holmfirth, the home of the famous sheepdog trials. Sadly there were no sheepdogs on our walk today but we did see plenty of sheep! ... READ MORE »