We have been for a lovely walk in the peak district today seeing as its sunny. When we got there the wind was hurrendous though, but aside from that, the walk was lovely and it was nice to get out of the house and it not be raining/cold. Definitely going to make regular trips to peak district now.

Was just wondering if anybody else on SF goes on regular walks to the peaks?

If I were you I'd take a trip to the 'Sheffield Walkers' group- it's full of people who like walking ;)

If I were you I'd take a trip to the 'Sheffield Walkers' group- it's full of people who like walking ;)

This is true... thank you med! :hihi:

did the walk at monsal head today , felt rough this morning but the wind soon blew the cobwebs away .
got some brilliant maps of round walks in derbyshire , all different grades of difficulty .

i use this site for weekend walks,
http://www.derbyshire-peakdistrict.co.uk/menu1.htm#TOWN/VILLAGE%20WALKS
although we've just done 4 miles around Rother Valley this morning.

Dont walk often enough and should really utilise the peaks as they are on the doorstep. Now the weather is improving I will try and get out more often :)

i use this site for weekend walks,
http://www.derbyshire-peakdistrict.co.uk/menu1.htm#TOWN/VILLAGE%20WALKS
although we've just done 4 miles around Rother Valley this morning.

we do rother valley a lot because its local but i do find it a bit boreing as its very plain.

did the walk at monsal head today , felt rough this morning but the wind soon blew the cobwebs away .
got some brilliant maps of round walks in derbyshire , all different grades of difficulty .

Where is monsal head?

did the walk at monsal head today , felt rough this morning but the wind soon blew the cobwebs away .
got some brilliant maps of round walks in derbyshire , all different grades of difficulty .
Excellent choice. Monsal Head is a beaut walk. Must get up there soon. Great lil pub at the top too if somone else is driving.

Where is monsal head?
When you go towards Bakewell from Calver, you turn right to Ashford in the water at the roundabout half way. (IIRC)

we do rother valley a lot because its local but i do find it a bit boreing as its very plain.

me too - it's for the dogs to stretch the legs than the scenery.although i've got a couple of good swan piccies tofay.

about 4 miles above bakewell , its unbelievably beautiful scenery .type it into rac routfinder and it should tell you the way if not ill do you some directions.
theres actually 3 different walks , the full round walk about 6 miles , the half round walk about 3.5 miles or my favourite to ashover about 2 miles have a sunday dinner and then watch the cricket match on the green , then walk back to monsal for car. this one is best on a warm day .

how far is Sheffield from the Peak District, what's the nearest place you can walk to, I've been to the Peak District shopping outlet, and my brother lives in Wildboarclough

how far is Sheffield from the Peak District, what's the nearest place you can walk to, I've been to the Peak District shopping outlet, and my brother lives in Wildboarclough
Is that the one in Rowsley? Bit far to walk:hihi:

I love walking in the Peaks, or anywhere really. I didn't get out nearly enough last year so hopefully this year I will have more of a chance to do it.

Not as much as I should! I grew up out in the sticks in the Peaks and parents still live there, but years of being frog-marched up countless hills in the cold rain scarred me for life, although I do occasionally get the urge on days like today!

Is that the one in Rowsley? Bit far to walk:hihi:

probably:P

can you walk into the Peak District though?

Not as much as I should! I grew up out in the sticks in the Peaks and parents still live there, but years of being frog-marched up countless hills in the cold rain scarred me for life, although I do occasionally get the urge on days like today!

Thats exactly my problem! I can't help but look at walking with a shudder because of the weekends with the parents, rain soaked, eating crap sandwiches under a rock halfway up a bloody mountain.

Having said that, proper mountaineering is well amazing.

Well, I start my trekking this month so you are more than welcome to come for a trek in N. Yorks :P

The peak district authority have some rather cool maps here : http://www.peakdistrict.org/index/maps.htm

This map (http://www.peakdistrict.org/index/maps/pdmap.htm) shows where sheffield lies in relation to peak district and this one (http://peakpark.i-map.uplanduk.net/) lets you search by type of place - so for example Monsal Head is under Landscapes > View Points (then click on the letter M). If you know where you want to go, this one (http://derbyshiremaps.derbyshire.gov.uk/launch_portal.asp?style=pdp&layers=Peak%20District%20NPA) lets you select the name and then it shows where it is on the map :)

It's amazing how close we are to some cool places. Walking forum is definitely good place to start :)

I used to work at clubs in Buxton, theres lots of gorgeous places to walk out that way.
Goyt Valley being one of them
http://www.buxtononline.net/Buxton-Online98/Buxton-Online-Derbyshire-Peak-District-Community98/goyt2.htm

how far is Sheffield from the Peak District, what's the nearest place you can walk to, I've been to the Peak District shopping outlet, and my brother lives in Wildboarclough

Wildboarclough, that brings back memories cressida, I used to cycle round there a lot. It had the biggest Post Office in England, I wonder if it is still open, it only used one room though. :)

I love Macclesfield Forest.

how far is Sheffield from the Peak District, what's the nearest place you can walk to, I've been to the Peak District shopping outlet, and my brother lives in Wildboarclough

Technically speaking, parts of the Peak District National Park fall within the Sheffield boundary:

http://www.peakdistrict.org/index/maps/pdmap.htm

probably:P

can you walk into the Peak District though?

I live about two miles from Sheffield City center as the crow flies in Crookes and the Peak District starts somewhere near Ladybower so it is easy to walk down Manchester Road and back, not that I would I usually go over Stannage Edge to Hathersage and Castleton and get the bus back. :)

Technically speaking, parts of the Peak District National Park fall within the Sheffield boundary:

http://www.peakdistrict.org/index/maps/pdmap.htm

I was born in Buxton, but one of my favourite places is Castleton

I was born in Buxton, but one of my favourite places is Castleton

nice walks there

I was born in Buxton, but one of my favourite places is Castleton

*shudders* at Castleton - tourist hell!!!! Once you get out of the village it's nice but the main road & central area is hideous. Personally I prefer the walks in the White Peak but that's possibly just because they're easier and flatter than the Dark Peaks where my childhood walks took place :hihi:

Wildboarclough, that brings back memories cressida, I used to cycle round there a lot. It had the biggest Post Office in England, I wonder if it is still open, it only used one room though. :)

I love Macclesfield Forest.

Hi Grahame, Happy New Year,

my brother lives in the Mill House there, next door I think was the school, (owned by the Rentokill people - a listed building)
further along there is an old church used for the TV series, Brideshead Re-visited' - they get a lot ramblers passing. I think the Earl of Derby has some land nearby, and during the storms in 1989 (I think it was) loads of cattle from the hills ended downstream

*shudders* at Castleton - tourist hell!!!! Once you get out of the village it's nice but the main road & central area is hideous. Personally I prefer the walks in the White Peak but that's possibly just because they're easier and flatter than the Dark Peaks where my childhood walks took place :hihi:

the back road out of castleton over the top towards tideswell high above the cement works and then all downhill into hope is a good walk but as you say very hiilly.

probably:P

can you walk into the Peak District though?

Like posted earlier by Grahame. It's about the same distance from the centre. Don't think I'd walk it now *gasp for breath*:hihi:

Castleton is a lovely lil place too...

sheff minx, just avoid it at weekends. It's 10 times better in the week.:)

cgksheff -

thanks for the map, very interesting:)

Like posted earlier by Grahame. It's about the same distance from the centre. Don't think I'd walk it now *gasp for breath*:hihi:

Castleton is a lovely lil place too...

sheff minx, just avoid it at weekends. It's 10 times better in the week.:)

Lived 10minutes from there for 18 years, maybe that's why I dislike it so much - even in the week!! Funnily enough though, I don't feel the same for Edale where I spent 6 loooong summers grafting in a cafe! Maybe because Edale doesn't seem to actively seek tourists like Castleton does. Personal taste I guess, but I associate walking in the Peaks with being fairly solitary - something you can never claim of Castleton!!

Wow! Thanks for all the replies!

And thank you for other suggestions are nice walks. We will be going on alot of walks from now on I think- might even have to browse at the walking group in interests section and see if we can make any of them.

How often do you all go walking?

Lived 10minutes from there for 18 years, maybe that's why I dislike it so much - even in the week!! Funnily enough though, I don't feel the same for Edale where I spent 6 loooong summers grafting in a cafe! Maybe because Edale doesn't seem to actively seek tourists like Castleton does. Personal taste I guess, but I associate walking in the Peaks with being fairly solitary - something you can never claim of Castleton!!
Ah that would explain it then:hihi:

As much as I love walking or seeing places like these, I couldn't live there. (maybe retire there)

I live near Bakewell and really should take advantage and walk more .. but I'm a lazy sod.

Nope, never been walking anywhere really but a nice walk in the peaks would be lovely i reckon.

May see if i can get D2J to come on some of the walking meets with me, that should be nice.

Nope, never been walking anywhere really but a nice walk in the peaks would be lovely i reckon.

May see if i can get D2J to come on some of the walking meets with me, that should be nice.
You've missed out Binty. But plenty of time for catching up. :)

You've missed out Binty. But plenty of time for catching up. :)

Are they good? I'm sure it's gonna be pretty hard work sweet-talking him into coming walking with me but then again, if theres a pint going at the end of it - maybe i'm in ;)

Are they good? I'm sure it's gonna be pretty hard work sweet-talking him into coming walking with me but then again, if theres a pint going at the end of it - maybe i'm in ;)
Doesn't have to be a long walk. Just a wander around normally I do. There's always a nice country pub to sit outside and nurse a pint. (when the weather is better of course).

Doesn't have to be a long walk. Just a wander around normally I do. There's always a nice country pub to sit outside and nurse a pint. (when the weather is better of course).

Thanks Ash, it sounds lovely :)

Will have a word with the boss...

Thanks Ash, it sounds lovely :)

Will have a word with the boss...
Keep your eyes out for Mojo or AO organising another camping meet. I was gutted to miss the last one. I'm hoping there are going to be a few this year. Fresh air, good company, lovely surroundings, and a country pub. :love::love:


*stops drooling* :hihi:

Keep your eyes out for Mojo or AO organising another camping meet. I was gutted to miss the last one. I'm hoping there are going to be a few this year. Fresh air, good company, lovely surroundings, and a country pub. :love::love:


*stops drooling* :hihi:

Oooo i don't know if i can do camping. I'm scared of spiders, i don't like being cold, i can't really sleep in a tent (i'm used to my bed) and i snore really loudly :hihi:

Hmmmmm....:help: :hihi:

Country pub and everything else sounds good though :love:

Oooo i don't know if i can do camping. I'm scared of spiders, i don't like being cold, i can't really sleep in a tent (i'm used to my bed) and i snore really loudly :hihi:

Hmmmmm....:help: :hihi:

Country pub and everything else sounds good though :love:
No spiders. Zip the tent up.
It's not cold in summer, it's cozy (with your OH) - (so I'm told:suspect:)
If you snore, you get put in a tent 50 yards away from rest.
Nurse enough drinks in the pub, and you won't worry about sleeping in a tent.

:):thumbsup:

No spiders. Zip the tent up.
It's not cold in summer, it's cozy (with your OH) - (so I'm told:suspect:)
If you snore, you get put in a tent 50 yards away from rest.
Nurse enough drinks in the pub, and you won't worry about sleeping in a tent.

:):thumbsup:

Marvelous! :D

I'm gonna spray myself from head to toe in anti spider stuff :hihi:
Yep, it is cosy with D2J so i'll be ok for that :love:
Well we'll both have to go miles away coz he snores n'all :hihi:
That sounds like a good idea :D

Marvelous! :D

I'm gonna spray myself from head to toe in anti spider stuff :hihi:
Yep, it is cosy with D2J so i'll be ok for that :love:
Well we'll both have to go miles away coz he snores n'all :hihi:
That sounds like a good idea :D

Well if the next camping meet is organised. This thread will be a good way of gaining a few more stragglers. :)

how far is Sheffield from the Peak District, what's the nearest place you can walk to, I've been to the Peak District shopping outlet, and my brother lives in Wildboarclough

I went to Wildboarclough on Sunday, after a visit to "The Cloud"!

If anyone needs inspiration to get out and about in the peak District, take a look at this website - loads of info for various interests!

http://www.peak-experience.org.uk/

I live about two miles from Sheffield City center as the crow flies in Crookes and the Peak District starts somewhere near Ladybower so it is easy to walk down Manchester Road and back, not that I would I usually go over Stannage Edge to Hathersage and Castleton and get the bus back. :)

I am going out to Castleton at the weekend walking and wondered if you knew what number bus goes out to that way as do not have a car?

I am going out to Castleton at the weekend walking and wondered if you knew what number bus goes out to that way as do not have a car?

FromSheffield (Sheffield) ToCastleton (Derbyshire)
Departs at08/01/2008, 09:45 Arrives at08/01/2008, 10:56
Duration of journey1 hours 11 mins
Mode(s) Bus
Mode Times Detail Provider
Bus
(1h 11m)
Leave09:45 Sheffield, Interchange, Sheffield Centre
Service Number272
ProviderFirst South Yorkshire Ltd
See details for journey leg #0
Arrive10:56 Bus Station, Castleton (Derbyshire)

272 meadowhall, sheffield,castleton

or this might be useful

http://www.yorkshiretravel.net/welcome.do

Thanks to you both for your replies, a great help, just hope the weather stays fine:hihi:

Hi Shazine - Castleton is one of my favourite places. If you have time, do the caverns and have a walk up Mam Tor - the view is amazing.

Hi Shazine - Castleton is one of my favourite places. If you have time, do the caverns and have a walk up Mam Tor - the view is amazing.

Thanks for that KTHFB, went in the caverns years ago but have not been for donkeys years so really looking forward to it.:)

Quick tip for those of you without a car; if you're going further afield in Derbyshire, the best ticket to get is the Derbyshire Wayfarer. (http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/transport_roads/public_transport/tickets_passes/rover_tickets/derbyshire_wayfarer/default.asp)
For example, when I go walking near Matlock and take the train (changing at Derby) the Derbyshire Wayfarer covers me for the whole journey at a cost of £8.30. If I ask for a Cheap Day Return from Sheffield to Matlock at the station it costs £18.00!

If you're into happy snaps the peaks are amazing. Moody and mysterious in autumn/winter, serene and superlative in spring/summer. Froggat edge - Kinder Scout - and Monsaldale are some of my fave places. Enjoy Kirsty!

If you're into happy snaps the peaks are amazing. Moody and mysterious in autumn/winter, serene and superlative in spring/summer. Froggat edge - Kinder Scout - and Monsaldale are some of my fave places. Enjoy Kirsty!

We took a few pictures the other day when we went up. Was a lovely view. We have never been up that side of the peaks before, we usually stop just down the road from Fox House, but we took a turn just before you get to Hathersage (?)- and stopped there. Very very windy, but worth it- the view was lovely.

Thanks for that KTHFB, went in the caverns years ago but have not been for donkeys years so really looking forward to it.:)

We love it- in fact, there's one cavern (Peak?) that lets you take dogs in- we once went on a Friday afternoon and there was only me, the other half n Ailsa the dobermutt plus the guide.

We love it- in fact, there's one cavern (Peak?) that lets you take dogs in- we once went on a Friday afternoon and there was only me, the other half n Ailsa the dobermutt plus the guide.

Well don't have a dog, but the OH may qualify:gag::help:

We have been for a lovely walk in the peak district today seeing as its sunny. When we got there the wind was hurrendous though, but aside from that, the walk was lovely and it was nice to get out of the house and it not be raining/cold. Definitely going to make regular trips to peak district now.

Was just wondering if anybody else on SF goes on regular walks to the peaks?

Yes, regularly!

There are some fantastic books to help:
http://www.walkingpages.co.uk/places/NP_peakdistrict_intro.htm
(particularly Pub Walks in the Peak District by John Morrison)

Where is the ' Peak District '?

Where is the ' Peak District '?

is this a troll albert ?.

Where is the ' Peak District '?

http://www.peakdistrict.org/index/maps/pdmap.htm

http://www.peakwalker.net/
is a great sight(sic) gives all the info you need plus images, I've used it as basis for many a walk in the peak district. From the top of Winn Hill is one of my favourite views

Well, with all these posts it's clear that lots of people go walking in the Peak District. Here's a very nice, easy 3-mile walk that Mrs hillsbro and I do regularly. Take the 09:14 or 10:14 (Mon.-Sat.) train from Sheffield to Grindleford. Cross over the railway, bear left pass the mill and walk along the lane. Turn left and re-cross the railway, then follow the path down to the right and on beside the river. Continue through lovely woods and fields to Hathersage. Have lunch at The George (if you're flush) or at the Little John (if less flush) and take the 13:26, 14:26 etc Castleton-Sheffield (272) bus back. But the Peak District is full of lovely walks, as are Sheffield's green areas this side of the boundary.

http://www.peakwalker.net/
is a great sight(sic) gives all the info you need plus images, I've used it as basis for many a walk in the peak district. From the top of Winn Hill is one of my favourite views

The top of Win Hill gives one of the best views in the Peak. It's a stiff 1,000-foot climb from Yorkshire Bridge but well worth the effort. And the walk up Lose Hill and along the ridge to Mam Tor can hardly be bettered for fine views. I've hiked in Yosemite, the Australian outback, the Tatra Mountains, Iceland and lots of other places, but the Peak District has a charm of its own.

Good to see so many posts on this - suggesting that many of us appreciate our good fortune in living so close to such a wonderful place. Personally we love the sound and sight of the water rushing over the derwent dam wall above fairlawns (take the first right as you cross the ladybower bridge on the a57 snake pass).

Well, with all these posts it's clear that lots of people go walking in the Peak District. Here's a very nice, easy 3-mile walk that Mrs hillsbro and I do regularly. Take the 09:14 or 10:14 (Mon.-Sat.) train from Sheffield to Grindleford. Cross over the railway, bear left pass the mill and walk along the lane. Turn left and re-cross the railway, then follow the path down to the right and on beside the river. Continue through lovely woods and fields to Hathersage. Have lunch at The George (if you're flush) or at the Little John (if less flush) and take the 13:26, 14:26 etc Castleton-Sheffield (272) bus back. But the Peak District is full of lovely walks, as are Sheffield's green areas this side of the boundary.

I do the reverse of that:)

Finish at the laid back heaven that is Grindleford Cafe. Watch out for red ants in the summer in the woods. They're almost a foot long!:hihi:

My favourite walk is a circular one from Edale train station - into Edale and up into the hills, then down to Lee Farm to a flat bit - eventually then doing the slog up Jacob's Ladder (which can be quite tiring)... once at the top of that, bear right and ascend again - spotting cairns on the way - then start the loop back over the footpath and peat boggy bits - reaching the big stone thing (Pym Chair I think) which you can climb on top of to take a picture - carry on doing the peaty boggy bits until you start to bear right again - go up a final hill and start your descent back into Edale - this is where your legs will start to hurt as you slam your feet down repeatedly on the long, hard grounded, descent... watch the rocks and pebbles... into the fields finally, back down the little path and into Edale for your choice of pub. Well, the Nag's Head or Rambler Inn... but any pint you get served at this point will seem like nectar.

Walk in total is about 12km and can take around 4 hours... or longer if you want to feed the sheep with some sandwiches you took along... they can get quite sociable if you provide crisps or stuff for 'em... even lamb flavoured ones :) - anyway... I signed up to a website called go4awalk (just search for that in Google) for 1 year and downloaded all their route maps in PDF format which I can now keep for whenever I fancy a good walk.

If you prefer riverside walking to hills, a favourite of mine is the Derwent Valley Way, which is 55 miles long and goes from Ladybower south to the mouth of the River Derwent at Shardlow.

You could do it all at once over 3-5 days, but it's split into 10 easily walkable day sections, so you can do one or two sections in a day without exerting yourself or needing overnight stops. Public transport links are very good as well.

More details and how to buy the guide book here. (https://secure3.easyspace.com/www.walkingpages.co.uk/trails_paths/LDP_derwentvalley.htm)

is this a troll albert ?.

Obsolutely. But it got a bit of life and interest injected into the Thread

Well, with all these posts it's clear that lots of people go walking in the Peak District. Here's a very nice, easy 3-mile walk that Mrs hillsbro and I do regularly. Take the 09:14 or 10:14 (Mon.-Sat.) train from Sheffield to Grindleford. Cross over the railway, bear left pass the mill and walk along the lane. Turn left and re-cross the railway, then follow the path down to the right and on beside the river. Continue through lovely woods and fields to Hathersage. Have lunch at The George (if you're flush) or at the Little John (if less flush) and take the 13:26, 14:26 etc Castleton-Sheffield (272) bus back. But the Peak District is full of lovely walks, as are Sheffield's green areas this side of the boundary.

Hillsbro - Great minds think alike. - It is my favorite walk also and it is the first walk that I take newcomers on. For anyone interested in seeing a Green Woodpecker where Hillsbro mentions,' Turn left and re-cross the railway, then follow the path down to the right and on beside the river. Continue through lovely woods '. Find that place and just sit down and wait. I'm almost certain that you will see one.
Anyone doing the walk in reverse from Hathersage Station would be advised to check if the Café at Grindleford Station is now open because unfortunately I understand that the owner as passed away.

Good to see so many posts on this - suggesting that many of us appreciate our good fortune in living so close to such a wonderful place. Personally we love the sound and sight of the water rushing over the derwent dam wall above fairlawns (take the first right as you cross the ladybower bridge on the a57 snake pass).

If you walk along the right-hand side of the Derwent Dams you eventually come across a bridge that spans the stream or more to the point, the beginning of River Derwent.
This 17 th Century Bridge previously spanned the Derwent close to Derwent Hall which was submerged by the Ladybower Reservoir.

The bridge was dismantled stone by stone prior to the reservoir being filled and stored.
It was then transfered to where it is now and re-erected by public subscription costing £3000. Eventually re-opened on the 26 September, 1959.

It should be mentioned that £1000 of the public subscription was donated by the trustees of the J.G.Graves Charitable Trust. A trust fund set up by the Sheffield benefactor who originated from Spilsby, Lincs. Alderman J.G.Graves.

On a plaque on the bridge it is mentioned that it is dedicated to and named,' The John Derry Memorial Bridge '. He wrote the book titled ' Across the Derbyshire Moors '. He was also the editor of the Sheffield Independent and a fighter for the use of the public path and bridleways in the Peak District a long time before we won the right to use them.

Probably he inspired G.H.B.Ward the Founder of the Sheffield Clarion Rambling Club and the first Secretary of the Sheffield Labour Party to tirelessly work to enable ordinary people to enjoy the Peak District.

G.H.B.Ward was the mentor of the then, (either Miss Ward) or Mrs Gallimore who eventually became Mrs Ethel Haythornethwaite, Founder of the Sheffield Branch of the Council for the Protection of Rural England.

Never doubt that without a her influence, vision and hard voluntary work the Peak District National Park would never have been established and probably we would all now be joined in a urban environment, stretched by roadside ribbon development's across the Pennines to Manchester and Liverpool.
In short, We would not have a Peak District National Park.

If you prefer riverside walking to hills, a favourite of mine is the Derwent Valley Way, which is 55 miles long and goes from Ladybower south to the mouth of the River Derwent at Shardlow.

You could do it all at once over 3-5 days, but it's split into 10 easily walkable day sections, so you can do one or two sections in a day without exerting yourself or needing overnight stops. Public transport links are very good as well.

More details and how to buy the guide book here. (https://secure3.easyspace.com/www.walkingpages.co.uk/trails_paths/LDP_derwentvalley.htm)

It is long or medium distance walks similar to this, that older people who qualify for the free public transport travel, instigated by the Labour Party's Prime minister Gordon Brown, which come into force next April, will greatly benefit from.

I love walking in the Peaks, although I often feel a bit cheated by the name; the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales have far better peaks for climbing!

I often look at www.snapthepeaks.co.uk for inspiration. Some of the walks have very good quality maps attached and the guy who writes the routes is very clear in his descriptions. There's a few lovely walks around Dovedale and Monsal which are worth a try. It's worth noting that the path at Water-cum-Jolly at Monsal is currently flooded so you may want to re-consider that route!

A particular favourite walk of mine is Froggat Edge. I park in Curbar near the Bridge Inn and walk straight up the lane to Froggat. It's a steep dull road but it gets the sole boring bit of the walk out of the way. Then walk along Froggat to the carpark under the Grouse Inn. From here I drop down through the trees to Grindleford then turn left over the fields and follow the river back along to Curbar. Usually only takes a couple of hours and there's plenty of places to extend or shorten the walk depending on weather/hang-over/number of sheep chased by mongrel.

Another good walk listed on above URL... Circular walk from Bakewell via Chatsworth. I did it last February in what turned into a blizzard but still enjoyed it! Lovely quiet paths and, of course, stunning scenery.

I agree with other posters in saying Win and Lose Hill afford the best views. Lose Hill along to Mam Tor is one of the best walks - I always take visitors to Sheffield up there. I love changing their view of Sheffield from an industrial city to one of great beauty.

And finally, closer to home... Park at Wiremill Dam in the Porter Valley. Follow the Porter up, through the Mayfield Valley to Ringinglow village. Cross over and go down the lane opposite the pub then turn left over the style through the field. At the bottom of the field descend through Limb Valley towards Ecclesall and Dore. Just before the bottom and immediately prior to the dam you can climb up the left and cut across the fields back to Ringinglow Road and the (site of) old fire station. Then down Common Lane and back to your car...

In case anyone was in any doubt, I'm sat in my office wishing I was out in the Peaks...!

I love walking in the Peaks, although I often feel a bit cheated by the name; the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales have far better peaks for climbing!

I often look at www.snapthepeaks.co.uk for inspiration. Some of the walks have very good quality maps attached and the guy who writes the routes is very clear in his descriptions. There's a few lovely walks around Dovedale and Monsal which are worth a try. It's worth noting that the path at Water-cum-Jolly at Monsal is currently flooded so you may want to re-consider that route!

A particular favourite walk of mine is Froggat Edge. I park in Curbar near the Bridge Inn and walk straight up the lane to Froggat. It's a steep dull road but it gets the sole boring bit of the walk out of the way. Then walk along Froggat to the carpark under the Grouse Inn. From here I drop down through the trees to Grindleford then turn left over the fields and follow the river back along to Curbar. Usually only takes a couple of hours and there's plenty of places to extend or shorten the walk depending on weather/hang-over/number of sheep chased by mongrel.

Another good walk listed on above URL... Circular walk from Bakewell via Chatsworth. I did it last February in what turned into a blizzard but still enjoyed it! Lovely quiet paths and, of course, stunning scenery.

I agree with other posters in saying Win and Lose Hill afford the best views. Lose Hill along to Mam Tor is one of the best walks - I always take visitors to Sheffield up there. I love changing their view of Sheffield from an industrial city to one of great beauty.

And finally, closer to home... Park at Wiremill Dam in the Porter Valley. Follow the Porter up, through the Mayfield Valley to Ringinglow village. Cross over and go down the lane opposite the pub then turn left over the style through the field. At the bottom of the field descend through Limb Valley towards Ecclesall and Dore. Just before the bottom and immediately prior to the dam you can climb up the left and cut across the fields back to Ringinglow Road and the (site of) old fire station. Then down Common Lane and back to your car...

In case anyone was in any doubt, I'm sat in my office wishing I was out in the Peaks...!


The Summit of Lose Hill is owned by the National Trust and is named ' Wards Piece ' after G.H.B.Ward. It was purchased by public subsciption and was presented to him by fellow ramblers in 1950. He donated it to the National Trust. The view point situated at the summit was also a gift to G.H.B.Ward. Founder of the Sheffield Clarion Ramblers and first Secretary of the Sheffield Labour Party.

To this paragraph I would also like to add:-:- Just before the bottom and immediately prior to the dam you can climb up the left and cut across the fields back to Ringinglow Road and the (site of) old fire station. Then down Common Lane and back to your car...

Whilst near the old fire station please visit W.O.R.K. Ltd, Tel 0114 2620094. A sheltered workshop for our learning disabled, which is situated approx 30yds down from where the old Fire Station is but on the other side of Ringinglow Road. Products and Refreshments are available,( Meals to order )

Then proceed down Common Lane back to your car...( counting your blessing!! )

To this paragraph:- Just before the bottom and immediately prior to the dam you can climb up the left and cut across the fields back to Ringinglow Road and the (site of) old fire station. Then down Common Lane and back to your car...

I would like to add:- Please visit W.O.R.K. Ltd, Tel 0114 2620094. A sheltered workshop for our learning disabled, which is situated approx 50yds down from where you cross Ringinglow Road. Products and Refreshments are available,( Meals to order )
Then proceed down Common Lane back to your car...

Slightly off topic...

Albert - do you still sell plants? My parents used to get them from W.O.R.K and they were always good value and healthy (the plants that is - although my parents are healthy too) - I need to completely restock my garden this spring!

Good to see so many posts on this - suggesting that many of us appreciate our good fortune in living so close to such a wonderful place. Personally we love the sound and sight of the water rushing over the derwent dam wall above fairlawns (take the first right as you cross the ladybower bridge on the a57 snake pass).

Ladybower is lovely. Have you walked up Winn Hill? Its a right killer! We have walked it twice now.

Also, we have been in a Bi-Plane (through classic flights), and did the dambusters run over the ladybower. Words cant explain how brilliant that flight was. It was my first ever time up in the air aswell, in a plane that is older than my grandparents. It was fantastic. AND, my OH's father has paid for a voucher each so we can go in another plane through classic flights.

Something I would highly recommend!

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Probably he inspired G.H.B.Ward the Founder of the Sheffield Clarion Rambling Club and the first Secretary of the Sheffield Labour Party to tirelessly work to enable ordinary people to enjoy the Peak District.

G.H.B.Ward was the mentor of the then, (either Miss Ward) or Mrs Gallimore who eventually became Mrs Ethel Haythornethwaite, Founder of the Sheffield Branch of the Council for the Protection of Rural England.

Never doubt that without a her influence, vision and hard voluntary work the Peak District National Park would never have been established and probably we would all now be joined in a urban environment, stretched by roadside ribbon development's across the Pennines to Manchester and Liverpool.
In short, We would not have a Peak District National Park.

And yet it's always the Manchester ramblers that are given the credit for the formation of the Peak District. For some reason, most of the history of the mass ramble and other such actions seem to miss out the people from this side of the Peaks :mad:

I will never tire of seeing the views in the Dark Peak.

Slightly off topic...

Albert - do you still sell plants? My parents used to get them from W.O.R.K and they were always good value and healthy (the plants that is - although my parents are healthy too) - I need to completely restock my garden this spring!

In short YES and you are very welcome to browse around whilst making your mind up.

Kirsty - Also, we have been in a Bi-Plane (through classic flights), and did the dambusters run over the ladybower. Words cant explain how brilliant that flight was. It was my first ever time up in the air aswell, in a plane that is older than my grandparents. It was fantastic. AND, my OH's father has paid for a voucher each so we can go in another plane through classic flights.

Something I would highly recommend!
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I've never flown and that really is my next venture ' Over Ladybower and Howden & Cutgate Etc,.
It must feel wonderful.
Just one thing ' Do two pilots come? I don't even have a driving licence!!

i've sat outside the barrel near the gliding club at great hucklow many times over the last 40 years and seen loads of planes actually flying below me through the valley .
this includes fighter planes and on a couple of occasions years ago vulcan bombers ,wonderful sight.

And yet it's always the Manchester ramblers that are given the credit for the formation of the Peak District. For some reason, most of the history of the mass ramble and other such actions seem to miss out the people from this side of the Peaks :mad:

I will never tire of seeing the views in the Dark Peak.

First, I would not attempt in anyway to dis-credit the endeavors of our fellow Lancs Ramblers.

But you can take my word, had it not been for the continuer's endeavors of Ethel Gallimore founder of the Sheffield Branch of the C.P.R.E. The Manchester Ramblers would never have had the need or opportunity of becoming distinguished as a result of the Kinder Trespass in the early thirties. At the other side of Kinder at Edale, it would have been or was to be, devastated by Brown Baileys Steel Mill and largely flooded, to create Hydro-Electric Dams and create compensation water that would, as a small amount does now, flow via a tunnel to Ladybower reservoir.
As a matter of interest, the first tunnel that was created did not meet where it should so another one had to be done.

I suggest to everyone that they read the book titled, ( if it is still available) ' Protecting the beautiful frame ' by Melvyn Jones.
It was available from the C.P.R.E. at 22 Encliffe Crescent, Sheffield, S10 3EF. Tel 0114 2665822.

In short YES and you are very welcome to browse around whilst making your mind up.

Kirsty - Also, we have been in a Bi-Plane (through classic flights), and did the dambusters run over the ladybower. Words cant explain how brilliant that flight was. It was my first ever time up in the air aswell, in a plane that is older than my grandparents. It was fantastic. AND, my OH's father has paid for a voucher each so we can go in another plane through classic flights.

Something I would highly recommend!
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I've never flown and that really is my next venture ' Over Ladybower and Howden & Cutgate Etc,.
It must feel wonderful.
Just one thing ' Do two pilots come? I don't even have a driving licence!!

Well we didnt actually fly the plane- we were just passangers but its absolutely brilliant still.

Its just the 1 pilot.

One thing worth a mention as I can't see it in this thread so far is .... maps! They really are essential to open up the Peak District for true exploration.

The Ordnance Survey Landranger series are 1:50,000 scale but I would always opt for the Ordnance Explorer series, which at a higer resolution 1:25,000 scale (2" to a mile) are far better for walking, cycling and exploring.

Two of these maps cover the main area of the Peak District, with a third covering Sheffield which you may also find usefull:

OS Explorer OL 1 (Dark Peak (Northern Moors from Hope Valley North))
OS Explorer OL 24 (White Peak (Southern Areas including Bakewell. Buxton etc)

and OS Explorer 278 (Sheffield and Barnsley)

These maps can be purchased online at http://leisure.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/leisure/catalogue.jsp?section=10120

or are in all book shops (WHSmiths / Waterstones etc) and outdoor shops (CCC / Blacks etc) for around £7.99 each. Once you have them they will give you years worth of access to the National Park.

Finally if you want to take a look at the areas of the peaks direct on line you can do so (and zoom into 1:25,000 scale) at : http://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/oswebsite/getamap/

Flightlevel - Thank you for your posting. For years I have always bought Maps of where ever I've gone. On a rainy day or any evening I can sit down and really enjoy reading any map. I think the first map that I bought was a half inch Bartholomew (Sheet 33?).
It covered the Peak and the Dukeries. Since then I've bought and have a lot of maps and I would go along with you all the way in persuading people to buy a 2.52 or 6" or larger scale maps. Because they are really a pocket size library of information.

Are you the Pilot we have been refering to by the way?

It amazes me that some people still go out walking at this time of year, especialy in the mornings when it's freezing...hard nuts.

Flightlevel - Thank you for your posting. For years I have always bought Maps of where ever I've gone. On a rainy day or any evening I can sit down and really enjoy reading any map. I think the first map that I bought was a half inch Bartholomew (Sheet 33?).
It covered the Peak and the Dukeries. Since then I've bought and have a lot of maps and I would go along with you all the way in persuading people to buy a 2.52 or 6" or larger scale maps. Because they are really a pocket size library of information.

Are you the Pilot we have been refering to by the way?

No worries Albert. For the money you pay for a map you get so much information. In the UK we have arguably the best mapping in the world and the wealth of information you get on a single sheet opens up so many places to explore, and to see things you would otherwise miss. In this weather having a suitable waterproof mapcase is always a bonus!!

Alas I don't think I am "the pilot" to which you refer!

If anyone owns a GPS, there's a good utility called GPSU (available from http://www.gpsu.co.uk/) that lets you plot routes into your GPS.

If you go to www.streetmap.co.uk you can view the Ordnance Survey maps online, get a screen grab and then import it into GPSU for direct 'drawing' onto the map.

Does Forge dam count? :) Go there at least twice a week.

Does Forge dam count? :) Go there at least twice a week.

Well next time you go. Instead of returning the way that you came, find the little lane on the Right that leads to Common Lane and visit W.O.R.K.Ltd the Sheltered Workshop for our learning dis abled situated on Ringinglow Road, Opposite the old Fire Station, behind Bents Green School. Have a look around and enjoy a cup pa then walk down and catch the Bents Green Bus back to Encliffe or town. That will count!!

Thanks! I may well do that :)

I go walking in it every single day living in the heart of it as I do but for the past few days it's been absolutely awful weather for walking in.

I also started making a website and added some of my photos to it

http://www.freewebs.com/peak-district/

Will get around to finishing it one of these days. :roll:

You Ashmores get everywhere!!!!

I go walking in it every single day living in the heart of it as I do but for the past few days it's been absolutely awful weather for walking in.

I also started making a website and added some of my photos to it

http://www.freewebs.com/peak-district/

Will get around to finishing it one of these days. :roll:

I love your website. :thumbsup:

You Ashmores get everywhere!!!! LOL we certinally do ;)


I love your website. :thumbsup: Cheers Grahame :D

Hello all,

Thought I would share my pictures of our visit to the Peak District today- some lovely photos as it appears to have been snowing!!

http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y292/kirsty_87/Nights%20Out/Peak%20District%2012th%20Jan/?action=view&current=eb2c20ae.pbw

Enjoy! :)

What lovely photos - you must have had a great walk! I recognised some of the locations around Kinder but not all. Maybe I need to get out there more, even though I get my bus pass in April....

Hello all,

Thought I would share my pictures of our visit to the Peak District today- some lovely photos as it appears to have been snowing!!

http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y292/kirsty_87/Nights%20Out/Peak%20District%2012th%20Jan/?action=view&current=eb2c20ae.pbw

Enjoy! :)
Lovely pics, it does look great with a dusting of snow.

Also looks bloody cold.:hihi:

Used to take the dog out there a fair bit but don't have him anymore so don't go out there nearly as much as I'd like to.

To get a real feel for the hills without too much effort you can't beat the walk across Longshaw between the Lodge and Wooden Pole. On a clear day you can see range after range of hills, always stunning, and even better yesterday with the tops dusted with snow!

Lovely pics, it does look great with a dusting of snow.

Also looks bloody cold.:hihi:

It was very cold- especially when you faced the wind!

When we got back to the car we noticed the mountain rescue van go speeding past with his lights flashing :(

When we got back to the car we noticed the mountain rescue van go speeding past with his lights flashing :(

Yes I don't think a weekend passes by when we don't hear a siren of some sort or see the mountain rescue out. I remember one night last week I was walking my dog in Castleton about 2 in the morning and 3 mountain rescue van flew by me with their lights flashing. If you are planning a walk in the Peak please remember to go prepared, plan your route before hand, tell someone where you will be and stick to the route, Remember warm waterproof clothing, proper footware, mobile phone, chocolate and an energy drink.


Also I'd just like to mention that if anyone is walking near Hope today there's a blood donation clinic at HVC. You can also register as a bone marrow donor at the same time. Over 7000 people are looking for a donor match to save or prolong their lives. I've just been down to register and give blood.

I often take small groups up Kinder throughout the year, Winter is my all time favorite, to test my skills, as I do a survival bivvi on the plateau (No tents, just a bivvi bag, kip mat and sleeping bag) The warmest weather we have had this winter being -2c on top.

I will be off up there either this Sunday or monday until Wednesday. My group look like a forces training excercise gone wrong lol, as we are usually all in DPM (Camo clothing) we may look frightening, but we are very friendly and approachable.

As well as instructing, and volunteer rescue, I also sell aftermarket military, survival, and camping equipment. I dont sell what I wouldnt use myself, So anyone need any kit, just let me know, my prices are excellent!

I was recently burgled just before christmas, and had a lot of stock stolen, so if anyone is offered any items of the following brands, or type on the cheap around the Sheffield area, chances are its MINE.

Webtex & Highlander Military, Viper Security & law enforcement, Jack Pyke fishing and British Army, clothing and equipment.

I can recommend Ladyclough woods for a nice easy walk, if you dont want to expose yourself to the elements, there are two trails in there.
We are often found down in there when we have less skilled members amongst our group. It has a car park nearby, which is usually frequented by a snack wagon, for food and hot drinks (very nice people as well!) The car park is on the right hand side on the bend in the road, just after Snake Pass Inn, heading towards Glossop.

Pictures are all posted on facebook, Neil Jones, Sheffield network. If any of you on here happen to spot our group up there, dont be shy, come and say hello.

I went with a neighbour who often goes into the peak district on a Sunday, and it was good.

Apprently its best to go when there is a little breeze as a good blowjob on a sunday in the Peaks certainly blows the cobwebs and other stresses away.

I was walking on Rushup Edge & Mam Tor last weekend.... it was bloomin freezing and very icy but well worth it :)

I often take small groups up Kinder throughout the year, Winter is my all time favorite, to test my skills, as I do a survival bivvi on the plateau (No tents, just a bivvi bag, kip mat and sleeping bag) The warmest weather we have had this winter being -2c on top.

I will be off up there either this Sunday or monday until Wednesday. My group look like a forces training excercise gone wrong lol, as we are usually all in DPM (Camo clothing) we may look frightening, but we are very friendly and approachable.

As well as instructing, and volunteer rescue, I also sell aftermarket military, survival, and camping equipment. I dont sell what I wouldnt use myself, So anyone need any kit, just let me know, my prices are excellent!

I was recently burgled just before christmas, and had a lot of stock stolen, so if anyone is offered any items of the following brands, or type on the cheap around the Sheffield area, chances are its MINE.

Webtex & Highlander Military, Viper Security & law enforcement, Jack Pyke fishing and British Army, clothing and equipment.

I can recommend Ladyclough woods for a nice easy walk, if you dont want to expose yourself to the elements, there are two trails in there.
We are often found down in there when we have less skilled members amongst our group. It has a car park nearby, which is usually frequented by a snack wagon, for food and hot drinks (very nice people as well!) The car park is on the right hand side on the bend in the road, just after Snake Pass Inn, heading towards Glossop.

Pictures are all posted on facebook, Neil Jones, Sheffield network. If any of you on here happen to spot our group up there, dont be shy, come and say hello.

If you're in camo how will we find you?

If you're in camo how will we find you?

:D lol.

Trust me, no matter how well we camo'd up, you cant miss us, some of our group are as noisy as a pack of Wild Geese. We are heard long before we are seen.

I've been for walks in the Peak District, when I stay with my brother who lives in Wildboarclough