This Peak District walk allows you to explore one of the most mystical, picturesque, and charming spots in the entire park: Lud’s Church. The Peak District's landscape varies dramatically, with historic towns and dramatic rolling hills. You can discover routes through the White Peak area of the South - with pastoral countryside criss-crossed by dry stone - or take on more challenging walks in the rugged Dark Peak of the north, characterised by distinctive gritstone. If you really want to get away from the crowds that you can find in some of the Peak District’s most popular walks, you need to consider hitting this trail. There’s no doubt at all that Great Britain is an absolutely beautiful place to hike: after all, this is a nation that has enshrined the Right to Ramble in law! First published in 2004, this is the third edition of Paul Besley's guide of over forty walks covered by the eastern sheet of Ordnance Survey White Peak map OL24. This means no folding, unfolding, flapping or tearing of the map to locate the routes.

There’s no shortage of beautiful views in Peak District National Park. Narrowing down the best hike for views in the Peak District is definitely not easy, but Mam Tor has to be our #1 contender. From the Lord’s Seat, you descend onto the trail that winds along the ridge to Mam Tor itself, before making the short, steep ascent up the stone path to the summit. The scenery on all sides, including the Loose Hill at the far end of the ridge, makes the effort well worth it. Dog Friendliness: Mostly open sheep country subject to access agreements; dogs should be kept on lead or under close control at all times Kinder Scout doesn’t sound like a tough trek at all —but trust us, it’s quite a challenge. The plateau sits at 636 meters above sea level, making it the highest point not just in the Peak District, but also in Derbyshire and the entire English East Midlands.Spend several days walking from pub to pub through spectacular landscapes, travelling slowly and gently on foot, which allows more time to savour the special qualities that make these areas unique.

summary of distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets. Personally, I prefer walking the path at the top of the Edge. This passes a gloomy looking quarry with some impressive and difficult climbs. If you have youngsters with you, please make sure that they are safe, particularly at the quarry, the ground at the top of the quarry walls is crumbly and loose in places, also slippery when wet. And water. Drink that shit! You may not always be able to find places to fill up on potable water along the way, so do think about getting a filter water bottle — that way, you can drink from ANYWHERE. If you want to make it longer, you can continue along the canal to Lea Hurst; a 17th-century farmhouse turned manor that doubled up as Florence Nightingale’s summer home. Needless to say, this must-do walk in the Peak District is virtually littered with heritage — and it’s charming as hell!Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this guide to the Peak District features 50 mapped walks from 2 to 10 miles, to suit all abilities. Get your ass insured –It’s better to be safe than sorry —you’ve probably heard that from mom a few times. If you want to enjoy all the walks in Peak District without worrying too much, consider covering up with a solid travel insurance policy for the trip. This Pathfinder Guide makes the ideal companion for country walks throughout the Peak District. Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 scale maps and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. Within the park itself and its immediate surroundings, there are also plenty of small towns and villages where you can crash. With pubs and bed-and-breakfasts, you’ll get a more local experience and one that feels that much more wholesome. We’ve carefully curated some of our favorite trails in this British national park, to make sure there’s something for just about every hiking ability. There are short strolls, bracing hill walks, mystical moorland adventures, and challenging multi-day treks.

So, at this stage, you’re definitively clued up on all things Peak District. You know a bit of history, you know how to stay safe, and you have a rough idea of the wonders you have ahead of you…

The Great Ridge Walking Route, 2. Lud’s Church Trail, 3. The Boundary Walk, 4. Cromford Walking Route, 5. Woodland Explorer Walk, 6. Kinder Scout Loop, 7. Rushup Edge to Mam Tor Route, 8. The Wild Edges Walk Abandoned millstones can be seen from some of the Burbage Valley walks. Another Small Burbage Valley Loop This guidebook provides 35 day walks and 7 longer walks and trails exploring the eastern section of Derbyshire's limestone area. The walks are spread across the area, starting in pleasant towns and villages including Bakewell, Tissington, Eyam and Middleton. Largely travelling along well-marked paths over gentle rolling landscapes, these walks are suitable for walkers of all abilities. And don’t rush it; not only is the descent into the gorge always slippery, but it’s also got some epic atmosphere. Slow is the way to go! England's first National Park is traditionally split into two area, known as the Dark and White Peak. The Dark Peak's ruggedly beautiful high gritstone moorlands and broad shale valleys in the north, contrast with the White Peak's rolling farmland and steep sided dales of the lighter limestone to the south. This guide features 40 circular walks covering both the dry-walled uplands as well as the ancient flower-rich woodlands and riversides in the dales and gorges.