The Picturesque Panoramic Peak District

THE PICTURESQUE & PANORAMIC PEAK DISTRICT

Thursday July 9th - Sunday July 12th

Join us for a long week-end of hiking & sightseeing around one of the most picturesque parts of England. The hike encapsulates some stunning views and beautiful heather moorland which should be in full bloom when we are there.

Founded in 1951 it is the UK's first National Park and also the scene of the "Mass Trespass" the key event in the campaign for open access to moorland in Britain which eventually led to the formation of Britain's National Parks. The Peak District is characterised by steep limestone valleys, dramatic gritstone ridges and stark moorland plateaus like Kinder Scout, the park’s highest point and the nearby village of Edale marks one end of the iconic Pennine Way footpath.

THURSDAY JULY 9th

Arrive in Macclesfield and check into our delightful “Castle like” hotel on the edge of the Peak District National Park.

We completed a reccy (test run) last year and the trip went well.
Ideally take the Thursday and Friday off work, although if you have transport you could drive up after work on Thursday evening. So in theory you only need to take 1 day off work.

About a 4 hour drive from London (subject to traffic).

FRIDAY JULY 10th

KINDER SCOUT & MAM TOR

Length: 19.6 km

Elevation gain: 710 metres

Hike grade: Challenging to hard (For fit regular hikers).

Terrain: Rocky in a number of parts. Initial steep ascent.
Then good paths along the top with unforgettable views, unique moorland, dark gritstone, peat
and purple heather.

Hike to the highest point of the Peak District (2087 ft), continuing to Mam Tor one of the UK's most iconic hills. We cross the meadering Grinds brook & hike the ever steepening ascent alongside it. At the top (Kinder Scout) we'll be rewarded with stunning views. We'll also pass some several rock formations.

SATURDAY JULY 11th

THORS CAVE

Length: 9 km

Elevation gain: 396 metres

Terrain: This hike takes us to the impressive Thor's cave. A natural cavern set in a steep limestone crag above the manifold valley. We hike through picturesque valleys, rolling hills. Amazing rock formations, idyllic rivers and streams, flower and fauna

GRADBACH & LUD'S CHURCH CIRCULAR

Length: 5.1 km

Elevation gain: 191 metres

Terrain: A hike through the scenic black forest, into a deep moss-covered chasm steeped in history, myths, and legends
Gradbach, located in the southwestern Peak District near the River Dane, is a scenic area famed for its ancient woodlands, rugged gritstone scenery, and the unique Lud's Church chasm.

SUNDAY JULY 12th

Short Hike plus sightseeing then return to London

We can choose between a walk near the famous Lady Bower reservoir (location of the bouncing bomb trials)

Or visit Blue John Cavern

Or a walk around either Bakewell (famous for its tarts) or Buxton (Famous for its Spring water). This can be decided closer to the time.

COST

£295 (Twin room)

£395 (Single room)

INCLUDES

3 Nights Hotel accommodation

3 Breakfasts

All hikes

NOT INCLUDE

Lunch & Dinner

Transport to and around the Peak District