The Holy Trinity Church is a popular landmark, dating from the 19th century. There’s plenty to see and do in the Vale of Edale, aside from enjoying the beautiful walking trails. The valley follows the path of the River Noe, and contains some of the prettiest scenery in the region, punctuated by ancient hedgerows and offering some fabulous views over the Great Ridge, Win Hill, and Dalehead.
Like many parts of the Peak District, it has a long and fascinating history, and the village itself can be dated as far back as the 11th century, when it was marked in the Domesday Book.
These former residents must have been captivated by the remarkable views over to Stanage Edge, the Vale of Edale and the Hope Valley, just as we think you will be too! Vale of Edaleīeautiful, scenic Edale is one of the most popular starting points for Peak District walks, and marks the southern endpoint of the Pennine Way. At the crown of the hill lie the remains of late Bronze Age and early Iron Age settlements, including a hill fort. The last collapse in the 1970s resulted in the final closure of the A625 road to Sheffield, after a long battle to preserve its stability.ĭespite its unstable foundations, humans have been building on and around Mam Tor since the Bronze Age. This is caused by unstable shale on one side, and has caused regular problems for those attempting to construct roads around the hill. Mam Tor gets its name (‘mother hill’) from the fact that it is prone to landslides, meaning that it has inadvertently given birth to several small surrounding hills. Standing at 517 m above sea level, and occupying a stellar location in the south of the Dark Peaks, this beautiful hill offers a fabulous vista over the White Peaks and the gorge at Winnats Pass. Mam Tor, the Peak District’s ‘shivering mountain’ dominates the area around Castleton, and is one of the most iconic mountains in the Peak District. Follow the grassy verge beside the road back to the Mam Nick car park. Cross the field, watching out for friendly livestock!Įventually you will reach a gate to a road. At the top, keep right and pass through another small gate following the signpost to Windy Knoll.
Pass the entrance to the caverns, go through a small gate and then straight up a grassy track.
#Mam tor walking route series#
Exit the car park and take the first left path towards the Blue John Caverns, one of the most impressive series of limestone caverns in Western Europe with a prized variety of colourful fluorspar that gives the cavern its name. This famous road (that was once the former A625 from Sheffield to Stockport) skirts the dramatic and crumbling East Face of Mam Tor.Īt the end of the broken road you pass through a gate into a car park. Follow this track past the farm (keeping it to your left) until you emerge on the ‘broken road’. Climb over the stile’s steps and continue along the path and onto a farm track. Go through the gate and take the right hand path back towards Mam Tor.Īlong this part of the Mam Tor Walk, you will come to a small wooded section. There is a small signposted gate by the Trig Point pillar. The level plateau of Mam Tor also makes it popular with paragliders on a sunny day.Īfter taking in the view, continue the Mam Tor Circular Walk by following the flagstones north along the ridge and descend to Hollins Cross. On an especially clear day you might be able to see the high moors of the Kinder Plateau. See if you can spot any of the carved stones that illustrate the landmark's history and can help take your mind off the ascent!Ītop the windswept you will be rewarded with far reaching views of the Vale of Edale, Peveril Castle and the Hope Valley. Walk through the gate and veer left to the stone steps that lead to the summit of Mam Tor. Climb a short series of steps through the woodland before following the track right to a small sign posted gate. The Mam Tor Walking trail starts at the far end of the car park.
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