Peak District Outdoor Adventures

Edale Skyline from Hope - 20 miles

Sat, Sep 19 · 9:00 AM BST

Hope Primary School, Eccles Cl, Hope, Hope Valley S33 6ZF, Hope, GB

Join us for the Edale Skyline - a challenging Peak District hike of about 20 miles. Only sign up if you are fit enough / have done some long and hilly walks recently. Since this is a long hike, we'll have to keep a reasonably fast pace. We'll get some great views if lucky with the weather!

Planned Route:

• Komoot link: https://www.komoot.com/tour/1703191788
• Download GPX: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bboswjSLliAqXaWGKxzSzBfvR-QXsgDk/view

Main Viewpoints:

• Win Hill (462 mt)
• Hope Cross
• Crookstone Hill
• Ringing Roger
• Nether Tor
• Upper Tor (604 mt)
• The 'Fist' Rock
• Grindslow Knoll
• Crowden Tower
• The Woolpacks
• Kinder Low (633 mt)
• Edale Rocks
• Swine's Back (596 mt)
• Brown Knoll (569 mt)
• Lord's Seat (552 mt)
• Mam Tor (517 mt)
• Hollins Cross
• Back Tor (438 mt)
• Lose Hill (476 mt)

In case of bad weather, the event might be cancelled or postponed (in advance). It could be very windy and cold when we are on top of the hills, so bring warm clothes.

Where to look at weather forecasts?

• Peak District: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/specialist-forecasts/mountain/peak-district
• Kinder Scout: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Kinder-Scout/forecasts/636
• Kinder Low: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcqxtjw1s

What to bring?

• required: proper hiking boots (or hiking shoes), backpack, enough water, packed lunch, snacks
• optional: gloves, hiking poles, hat (or cap), raincoat, warm fleece, suncream, sunglasses

Start Time: 9:00am
Meeting point: Hope Primary School, Eccles Cl, Hope, Hope Valley S33 6ZF
Length: 20 m / 33 km
Elevation Gain: 3,000 feet / 900 mt
Difficulty: Hard
Duration: around 10 hours

If you've signed up to past events and then not turned up without telling the organiser, you'll be automatically removed from attending this event.

Terms and Conditions:
Anyone joining this walk is responsible for their safety and health (including guests). The group does not have any insurance policy covering injuries. If you RSVP to this event, you must agree to these conditions.
If you have any questions, please contact the event organiser and/or write a message in the comments section.

Peak District harvest moon walk: Baslow Edge, Birchen Edge, White Edge (15 mi)

Sat, Sep 26 · 12:45 PM BST

Grindleford Station Cafe, Hope Valley, Grindleford, S32 2JA, GB

The Peak District has a way of making the landscape feel timeless. Ancient edges rise above quiet valleys, old stone monuments stand against the wind, and the open moors stretch beneath huge skies that seem to have no end. From the wooded valleys around Froggatt and Curbar to the sweeping ridgelines of Baslow, Birchen and White Edge, this is a landscape shaped by wind, weather, and centuries of footsteps.

Join us for a challenging but unforgettable circular adventure across some of the Peak District's most spectacular edges and moorland. We'll follow the rugged heights of Froggatt, Curbar and Baslow Edge, before reaching Birchen Edge and its striking Nelson's Monument, built in memory of Admiral Horatio Nelson following his famous victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Standing high above the surrounding landscape, the monument rewards the climb with beautiful sweeping views across the Peak District.

From there, we'll continue across the wide-open landscape of White Edge and Big Moor. As the day unfolds, the character of the landscape will keep changing — from wooded valleys and rocky escarpments to vast horizons across the Derbyshire moors. And if we're lucky, the autumn hills may offer something truly special: wild red deer moving across the moorland, with the deep roar of stags carrying across the landscape during the autumn rut.

As evening approaches, the walk takes on a different atmosphere beneath the full Moon. If the skies are clear, moonlight will begin to illuminate the familiar hills and edges as darkness falls, casting the surrounding landscape in a completely different light. The open moorland, silhouettes of the ridges and vast night sky should make the final part of the walk feel very different from the landscape we experienced during the day.
Walking under a full Moon offers a chance to experience the Peak District from another perspective — quieter, darker and more atmospheric, with the moonlight guiding us across the hills and stars appearing overhead. Of course, the experience will depend on the weather and cloud conditions on the night.

It's a long and demanding day, but one filled with wild landscapes, sweeping views, autumn colours, the possibility of red deer and, as darkness arrives, the atmospheric glow of the full Moon. Come prepared for a challenging day on the hills and an evening experience that should be quite unlike an ordinary Peak District walk.

📸 Featured Photo of this Event

• Full moon by Jim Peaco / Yellowstone National Park is in the public domain.

📍 Meeting Location & Time

• Meeting Location: Grindleford Station Café, Upper Padley, S32 2JA
• Link to Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NXdLUyTuqjYQkJJk6
• Link to What3words: https://what3words.com/famous.bland.flats
• Meeting Time: 12:45 PM
• Start Time: 13:00 (1:00 PM)

🥾 Walk Overview

• Distance: ~15 miles (24 km)
• Elevation Gain: ~1,900 ft (600 mt)
• Duration: ~7 hours
• Difficulty: Hard
• Route Type: Circular

🐇🐢 Pace & Fitness Requirements
This is a long and challenging walk, so please make sure you’re comfortable with the distance, terrain and planned pace.
We’ll do our best to keep everyone together and wait when we can, but we may not always be able to wait for long if someone falls significantly behind. Please come prepared and confident that you can keep up with the group.
We recommend downloading the route in advance in case you need to take a shortcut or continue independently.

⛰️ Route Highlights

• Froggatt
• Curbar
• Baslow Edge
• Nelson's Monument
• Birchen Edge
• White Edge

📲 Route Links

• View Route on Komoot
• Download GPX file

🚆 Public Transport

• direct trains from/to Sheffield
• direct trains from/to Manchester

🌦️ Weather & Clothing
The weather on the hills can be highly variable, windy, and cold — even during the summer months.
Please wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good grip to handle muddy and slippery terrain. Avoid flat trainers or jeans.
Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions:

• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Insulating mid-layers
• Waterproof outer layers

Useful links for weather forecasts:

• Grindleford @ BBC Weather
• Froggatt @ BBC Weather

🎒 What to Bring

• Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip (no flat trainers)
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (avoid jeans)
• Sufficient food and water for the entire day
• Waterproof jacket and warm layers
• Sun protection (suncream, sunglasses)
• Torch (or headlamp)
• A comfortable backpack
• Optional: hiking poles, hat, camera, binoculars, power bank, phone (or watch) with the route downloaded

🐶 Dogs
Fit and friendly dogs are welcome! Please keep them on a lead near livestock.

🦌 Deer
The moorland around White Edge and Big Moor is one of the best places in the Peak District to spot wild red deer. In autumn, the landscape comes alive with the rut — the dramatic deer mating season.
Listen out for the deep roars of stags, and you might witness antler clashes as males compete for females. In the final part of our walk, we'll have a good chance to catch the action, especially when crossing White Edge and passing near the Longshaw Estate.
Keep a safe distance — stags can be unpredictable during the rut. Binoculars help!

🌕🌅 Full Moon & Sunset
We’ll be walking beneath the Harvest Moon as daylight fades across the Peak District. The Harvest Moon is the traditional name for the full Moon closest to the autumnal equinox, and has long been associated with the harvest season and the extra light it provided for working after sunset. The Moon reaches its full phase at approximately 5:49 PM BST and rises around 6:32 PM, just before sunset at 6:56 PM.

If conditions are clear, we’ll experience a beautiful transition from daylight and sunset into moonlight as we cross the open moorland. As darkness gradually sets in, the rising full Moon should create a spectacular atmosphere across the hills and surrounding landscape.

• Full Moon: 5:49 PM BST
• Moonrise: 6:32 PM BST
• Sunset: 6:56 PM BST
• Civil twilight ends: 7:30 PM BST
• 6:56–7:30 PM — Civil Twilight: There will still be some natural light in the sky as the sun sets, gradually giving way to moonlight.
• After 7:30 PM — Night: Darkness will have fully set in, with the full Moon and stars providing the evening backdrop.

Useful links:

• Sunrise & Sunset — Peak District
• Moonrise & Moonset — Peak District

📢 Notes

• The route is planned via Komoot and not pre-walked, so expect possible muddy or slippery sections.
• This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if weather conditions are unsafe, or if the walk leaders have an unexpected emergency and can no longer make it. Updates will be posted in the comments, so please enable email notifications for any changes.
• Please bring a torch or headlamp for your safety.

📌 Bookings

• Please only book if you genuinely intend to attend.
• If you reserve a spot but can no longer make it, please cancel your booking or let the organiser know. It only takes a moment to update your booking, and it really helps everyone: the organiser, the walk leader, and your fellow attendees.

⛑️ Disclaimer
You are fully responsible for your own safety, health, fitness, and equipment. The group has no insurance — by RSVPing, you agree to these terms.

📬 Questions?
Feel free to comment below or message the organiser privately.

Tansley 8-mile circular birthday walk (with optional lunch)

Sun, Sep 27 · 9:15 AM BST

Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Church St, Tansley, Matlock DE4 5FH, UK, Tansley, GB

Join us for a fantastic 8-mile circular walk through the timeless beauty of the Derbyshire countryside as we celebrate a very special milestone. This scenic journey weaves together a rich tapestry of whispering woodlands, sun-swept hills, and the quiet echoes of industrial history.

Setting off from the stone-built charm of Tansley, we will first venture south beneath the ancient, dappled canopies of Swinepark Wood and Patchett Wood, where peaceful trails rest in deep green shade. From the valley floor, our path rises steadily, climbing toward the high, dramatic ridges where the iconic silhouette of Riber Castle stands guard over the horizon. Built in 1862 by the famous local industrialist John Smedley as his private home, this gritstone landmark is affectionately known as "Smedley’s Folly" due to the monumental challenge of pulling the stone up the 200-metre hill and piping water to its summit.

After pausing to take in sweeping panoramic vistas that stretch across the peaks, we will wander down past the historic stone arches of Matlock Bridge. Our journey draws to a dramatic close within the hidden gorge of the Lumsdale Valley, tracing the moss-covered stone ruins and tumbling waterfalls of its historic mills before stepping back into our starting point. It is an ideal way to breathe in the wild fresh air, lose yourself in incredible vistas, and share an unforgettable day out together.

📸 Featured Photo of this Event

• Footpath between Dethick and Lea by Jonathan Clitheroe is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

📍 Meeting Location & Time

• Meeting Location: Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Tansley, DE4 5HF
• Link to Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EZGM4sr9nQh5qabj8
• Link to What3words: https://what3words.com/labs.glue.delay
• Meeting Time: 9:15 AM
• Start Time: 9:30 AM

🥾 Walk Overview

• Distance: ~8 miles (13 km)
• Elevation Gain: ~1,600 ft (500 mt)
• Duration: ~4 hours (walk only, not including the meal)
• Difficulty: Easy
• Route Type: Circular
• Walk Leader: Erika

⛰️ Route Highlights

• Tansley
• Swinepark Wood
• Patchett Wood
• Riber Castle
• Matlock Bridge
• Lumsdale Valley

📲 Route Link

• View Route on OS Maps

🌦️ Weather & Clothing
Please wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good grip to handle muddy and slippery terrain. Avoid flat trainers or jeans.
Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions:

• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Insulating mid-layers
• Waterproof outer layers

Useful links for weather forecasts:

• Matlock @ Met Office
• Tansley @ BBC Weather

🎒 What to Bring

• Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip (no flat trainers)
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (avoid jeans)
• Sufficient food and water
• Waterproof jacket and warm layers
• A comfortable backpack
• Optional: hiking poles, sunglasses, hat, camera

🐶 Dogs
Fit and friendly dogs are welcome to join the walk! Please keep them on a lead near livestock.
Dogs are allowed in the pub we will be visiting after the walk.

🍔 Meal
After we wrap up around 1:30 PM, we’ll be heading to The Gate Inn for a social meal. Everyone is more than welcome to join, though it is entirely optional. If you’d like to come along, please let us know in advance so we can confirm final numbers with the venue and ensure a table is waiting for us!

🎂 Kevin's Birthday
This walk is dedicated to Kevin, who is celebrating his milestone 70th birthday.

📢 Notes

• This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if weather conditions are unsafe. Updates will be posted in the comments, so please enable email notifications for any changes.

📌 Bookings

• Please only book if you genuinely intend to attend.
• If you reserve a spot but can no longer make it, please cancel your booking or let the organiser know. It only takes a moment to update your booking, and it really helps everyone: the organiser, the walk leader, and your fellow attendees.

⛑️ Disclaimer
You are fully responsible for your own safety, health, fitness, and equipment. The group has no insurance — by RSVPing, you agree to these terms.

📬 Questions?
Feel free to comment below or message the organiser privately.

Peak District walk: Lady Canning, Wyming Brook, Redmires Reservoirs (19 miles)

Sat, Oct 17 · 8:30 AM BST

Rajdhani indian restaurant, abbeydale road south (Dore station), Sheffield S17 3LB, GB

📍 Meeting Location & Time

• Meeting Location: Rajdhani Indian restaurant, Old Dore and Totley train station, Abbeydale Rd South, Sheffield, S17 3LB
• Link to Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7F1UGpyXaecWVyL5A
• Link to What3words: https://what3words.com/loss.libraries.cone
• Meeting Time: 8:30 AM
• Start Time: 8:45 AM

🥾 Walk Overview

• Distance: ~19 miles (31 km)
• Elevation Gain: ~2,400 ft (700 mt)
• Duration: around 8-9 hours
• Difficulty: Hard
• Route Type: Circular

🐇🐢 Pace & Fitness Requirements
This is a long walk intended for those in good physical condition. Please note that the group may not be able to wait for significantly slower walkers, so it’s important to be prepared.
While you’re welcome to walk at your own pace, be aware that the route may take longer than expected if walking slower than average.

⛰️ Route Highlights

• Limb Brook
• Bird Sanctuary
• Whirlow Brook Park
• Lady Canning's Plantation
• Rud Hill Summit
• Redmires Reservoirs
• Fox Hagg Nature Reserve
• Wyming Brook
• Stanage Pole
• Ox Stones

📲 Route Links

• View Route on Komoot
• Download GPX file

🚆 Public Transport

• direct trains from/to Sheffield
• direct trains from/to Manchester

🌦️ Weather & Clothing
The weather on the hills can be highly variable, windy, and cold— even during the summer months.
Please wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good grip to handle muddy and slippery terrain. Avoid flat trainers or jeans.
Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions:

• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Insulating mid-layers
• Waterproof outer layers

Useful links for weather forecasts:

• Dore @ Met Office
• Dore @ BBC Weather
• Whirlow @ Met Office

🎒 What to Bring

• Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip (no flat trainers)
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (avoid jeans)
• Sufficient food and water for the entire day
• Waterproof jacket and warm layers
• Gloves and woolly hat
• A comfortable backpack
• Optional: hiking poles, sunglasses, hat, camera, torch (or headlamp), power bank, phone (or watch) with the route downloaded

🐶 Dogs
Fit and friendly dogs are welcome! Please keep them on a lead near livestock.

📢 Notes

• The route is planned via Komoot and not pre-walked, so expect possible muddy or slippery sections.
• This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if weather conditions are unsafe. Updates will be posted in the comments, so please enable email notifications for any changes.

📌 Bookings

• Please only book if you genuinely intend to attend.
• If you reserve a spot but can no longer make it, please cancel your booking or let the organiser know. It only takes a moment to update your booking, and it really helps everyone: the organiser, the walk leader, and your fellow attendees.

⛑️ Disclaimer
You are fully responsible for your own safety, health, fitness, and equipment. The group has no insurance — by RSVPing, you agree to these terms.

📬 Questions?
Feel free to comment below or message the organiser privately.