![]() ![]() Peak District walk from Edale to Castleton and back, via Mam Tor and. This path runs past the Treak Cliff Cavern and Goosehill before coming into the village.įor a longer route that continues along the ridge to Lose Hill please see the Castleton Circular Walk page. Peak District walk from Edale to Castleton and back, via Mam Tor and the Great Ridge. You could also descend south west past Mam Farm to Little Mam Tor. From here you descend past Woodseats to Dunscar Farm before coming back into Castleton. This location is the lowest point on the Mam Tor ridge and is therefore a popular route taken by walkers wishing either to cross from one side to the other. After taking in the views you descend to Hollins Cross. From the summit there are wonderful views over the Hope Valley and the surrounding hills, including Kinder Scout. ![]() The walk then bends round to the north to climb to Mam Tor which stands at a height of 517 m (1,696 ft). Keep following the path (look right for the best views) all the way until it meets the road (Arthurs Way), opposite Speedwell Cavern. Follow the road up until it narrows into a small path between a stone wall and some bushes (first picture below). This area has some stunning limestone scenery and a number of interesting caves. Stage 1: Castleton to Mam Tor First, head to the back of the car park and turn right after the gate. The route starts in Castleton, heading west from the village past Peak Cavern and Speedwell Cavern before coming to Winnats Pass. The route runs for a distance of about 5 miles with some challenging climbs on the way. This popular circular walk from Castleton climbs to the famous Mam Tor in the Peak District. ![]()
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