Peak District walk: Bamford Edge, Derwent Edge, Lost Lad (18 miles)

📍 Meeting Location & Time

• Meeting Location: Swallowholme Camping & Caravan Park, Station Rd, Bamford, S33 0BN
• Meeting Time: 9:50 AM
• Start Time: 10:00 AM

🥾 Walk Overview

• Distance: ~18 miles (29 km)
• Elevation Gain: ~2,000 ft (600 mt)
• Duration: around ~8 hours
• Difficulty: Hard
• Route Type: Circular
• Walk Leader: Vesta

🐇🐢 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

• Bamford Edge
• Derwent Edge
• Back Tor Trig Point
• Lost Lad
• Ladybower Reservoir

📲 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:

• Bamford @ BBC Weather
• Derwent Edge @ Mountain Forecast

🎒 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.