⛰️🥧 Hiking the Peak District National Park & Bakewell Puddings
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Join us for an unforgettable weekend exploring Britain’s oldest and one of its most popular national parks – the Peak District! The Peak District is home to a stunning and diverse range of landscapes, from dramatic gritstone ridges and stark moorland plateaus in the park's northern area, known as the Dark Peak, to steep limestone valleys and deep gorges in the south, the White Peak. On this trip, you’ll experience the very best of both regions, along with a chance to indulge in the Peak District’s most famous treat – Bakewell pudding! 🥧
On Saturday, we'll do the Peak District's most iconic walk – the ascent of Mam Tor, the legendary ‘Shivering Mountain’. Rising to 517 metres, this much-loved summit offers spectacular panoramas, before the route continues along the Great Ridge, passing Hollins Cross, Back Tor and Lose Hill. Along the way, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views over Edale, Hope Valley and even the edge of Kinder Scout. Highlights of the day include the charming villages of Castleton and Hope, the atmospheric Norman ruins of Peveril Castle (built in 1086) and the scenic Cave Dale valley. After the hike, we’ll enjoy a well-earned pint at the traditional 17th-century Ye Olde Nags Head, before heading to our hotel.
After a hearty breakfast on Sunday, we’ll set out to explore The Roaches, famed for their striking gritstone edges and craggy outcrops, much loved by hikers and climbers alike. We’ll also visit Lud’s Church – a mysterious, moss-covered chasm believed to have been a secret place of worship in the early 15th century and a setting for ancient medieval poetry.
Next, we’ll head to the picturesque village of Bakewell for lunch, where you’ll have the chance to sample the famous Bakewell Tart and Bakewell Pudding. Both are still made by hand using original recipes dating back to the 1800s. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a relaxed walk through the stunning limestone gorge of Dovedale. We’ll admire towering limestone pinnacles, hidden caves and natural arches shaped over millennia, before finishing with a river crossing via its iconic stepping stones.
ITINERARY
Saturday:
06:45 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station)
07:00 Sharp departure
11:30-16:30 Hike to Mam Tor and the Great Ridge (difficulty: Moderate, distance: 14km, ascent: 480m)
16:30-17:15 Drinks at the traditional 17th-century village pub Ye Olde Nags Head
18:30 Check-in at Premier Inn Newcastle-Under-Lyme Hotel, dinner and free time
Sunday:
07:00 Breakfast
08:00 Departure
08:45-11:45 The Roaches and Lud’s Church hike (difficulty: Easy, distance: 7km, ascent: 240m)
12:15-14:00 Lunch in Bakewell village, free time for gifts and souvenirs; recommended stop: The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop (home of the Bakewell pudding)
14:30-16:00 Dovedale Valley walk (difficulty: Easy, distance: 5km, ascent: 150m)
16:00 Departure
20:00 London, Hammersmith
DIFFICULTY & EQUIPMENT
Please note that this trip requires a good level of fitness. Good hiking boots with ankle support and waterproof clothing are essential (see the ‘What to bring’ section for more details).
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
PRIVATE ROOM
The default option is a shared twin room at the hotel (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender). A small number of private rooms, for your own use, is available for £30 extra – let us know if you would like an upgrade!
LUGGAGE
You can bring two small bags with you: one cabin size personal item bag (up to 10kg) and one smaller hiking backpack to fit under the seat. During the hike, you can leave your luggage in the minibus.
BOOKING
Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Peak District):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514
We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event. Please allow up to 24 hours for the payment to arrive.
THE PRICE OF £218 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver
- Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
- One night's accommodation at a hotel in shared twin rooms (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender)
- Professional event organisation
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
- Food
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM Anna (the main organiser) via Meetup. Alternatively, you can email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.
Your guide will be Anna (07596844467, only for use during the hike). Please get in touch if you have any difficulty locating the meeting point or need help during the trip.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain)
- Gloves/hat/cap
- Water bottle (min 1L)
- Nuts and energy snacks to last you during the trip
- Head torch
- Walking poles (optional)
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