Edale travel guide and discussion

Think dramatic hills, cute villages, cosy pubs and ridiculously good views. 🏔️ Make Mam Tor & the Great Ridge your must-do hike, wander around Castleton, drive through Winnats Pass, explore Bakewell, and don’t skip Chatsworth House. For a quieter escape, try Padley Gorge or Stanage Edge. #travel #thingstodo #naturalwonders #peakdistrict #china #uktrip

🇬🇧 📍Jacobs Ladder - Kinder Low - Kinder Scout ⏰Duration: 5 hours (including time to take video and photo) 🚆Public Transport from Manchester: ✔️ From Mamchester Piccadailly To Edale Train Station Route I tried: Edale > Barber Booth > Dalehead Bunkhouse > Jacobs Ladder > Kinder Low > Kinder Scout > Jacobs Ladder > Upper Booth > Edale Difficulty: 3/5 I have tried the route in All Trials - Jacobs Ladder and Kinder Scout Circular. But i will recommend it in other way. The first part I will recommend go through the path to upper booth, it would be easier and more clear route in this way. It is spacious and have some instruction. After that, you will see Jacobs Ladder, it was amazing! Tbh I like Jacobs Ladder so much, it also suitble for mountain biking. Even it is fantastic in Jacobs Ladder, please take care of yourself and if you feel tires, just take a rest and drink water. Then it would be the check point of Kinder Low and Kinder Scout, the view is great, after that you can also see different rocks and can take a lot of picture there! Finally I didn't follow the route in the apps and I just get back via Jacob's Ladder again than back to Upper Booth, ending at Edale Train station. ⭐️Be careful of the steep road in Jacobs Ladder ⭐️Dogs friendly ⭐️Suitable for mountain biking ⭐️Remember to wear hiking shoes and bring enough water #peakdistrict #peakdistrictwalk #hikinguk #ukhiking #manchesterwalk #manchesterhike #peakdistricthike #peakdistricthikes #peakdistrictroute #peakdistricthikers #peakdistricthiker #peakdistrictkids #peakdistrictphotography #peakdistrictphotographer #peakdistrictphotos #ukhikers #ukhiker #ukwalks #manchesterhikers #ukblogger #manchesterblogger #travelblogger #hikingblogger #hikingbloggers #hikewithkanauk #playwithyamakana #playwithkanauk #jacobsladder #kinderlow #kinderscout

Take the train to the Edale , the google to Mam tor, just follow the instructions, really nice!!! Please wear the mountain shoes!!! And check the wind , other wise feeling the windy!!!

Perfect day trip into the Peak District. Straight off the train at Edale station and in minutes I was into the beautiful countryside of the Peaks. Wonderful exercise for body and soul.

#worthitornot The Great Ridge between Mam Tor and Lose Hill is the most walked line in the Peak District, but almost nobody notices the WWII Starfish decoy site tucked on the western flank near the old Mam Tor road closure. I parked at Mam Nick (£5 all day via RingGo, card works, no cash), climbed Mam Tor (517 m) in 20 minutes, then instead of following the Instagram crowd straight to Hollins Cross, dropped left down the eroded slope to the flat heath where concrete plinths and a circular scorched-earth ring still sit—this was a 1940s "Starfish" fire decoy, lit to fake a burning Sheffield for Luftwaffe crews. There is no signboard, just bumps and rusted rebar. Then I rejoined the ridge: Hollins Cross (400 m), Back Tor (390 m), Lose Hill (475 m). Total 8 km out-and-back, 2h40 with the detour. From Hope Station (55 min from Manchester) you can walk in via Hope village in 40 minutes, but Mam Nick gives the cleaner ridge start. Wind on Mam Tor in July was 35 mph—beanie and windproof essential even in summer. The Mam Tor road itself is permanently closed to cars due to landslips; bikes and walkers use the old tarmac, which is surreally cracked and humped. Food: Castleton has a chip shop and a decent bakery 3 km off-route; I packed a meal deal from Sheffield instead. Error I made: I trusted a "shortcut" gully off Back Tor and slid on wet grass—stay on the crest path. Discussion: do you think these invisible wartime scars on a beauty-spot ridge add to the walk, or distract from the landscape?

Jacob’s ladder

Had a beautiful day out in Edale walking with some friends.And having a great public afterwards. The train station was nice and close and very accessible. Edale is a wonderful place to walk and one to visit!

What a beautiful view

Just crushed the classic Peak District hiking loop and omg—what an adventure! 🌄 Started my journey at Hope Station (S33 6RD), took a stroll through charming Hope village, then headed to the medieval vibes of Castleton. Once you hit Castleton, get ready—Mam Tor is waiting! The climb isn’t easy (my legs are officially jelly), but that moment you reach the top? Seriously, the views are next-level gorgeous. You can see the whole ridge stretching out like a movie backdrop! The route along Great Ridge via Hollins Cross to Lose Hill was pure eye candy, especially with the sun out. Every snap was Instagram goals! 😍 Total hike time: 5 hours. By the end, my feet were basically screaming for help, but honestly, sooo worth it for those epic Peak District views. If you love nature, rolling hills, and that “wow I can’t believe this is England” feeling, this is your sign to go! Hot Tips: · The wind at the top? Next level! Even when it’s sunny, the ridge is wild, so bring a windbreaker (you’ll thank yourself later). · Trust me—hiking boots are a must. Some parts are steep and rocky, so you’ll want that ankle support if you wanna slay the whole 5-hour trek. · Need a break after the hike? Castleton’s cute cafés are perfect for a victory snack. Loop logistics for your trip planner: Start at Hope Station, follow signs to Castleton, climb Mam Tor (S33 8WA), continue along Great Ridge past Hollins Cross, and power on to Lose Hill. The full loop circles right back to Hope—so convenient! Ready to hit up the Peak District? Find train times and sweet stays on trip.com to plan your ultimate UK hiking getaway. #PeakDistrict #MamTor #Castleton #UKHiking #NatureLovers#travel2026

Peak District was stunning and amazing

📅 Itinerary Start at Edale station and take the route to kinder scout following a rocky passage and a scramble to the top. Keep following the trail to see rock formations and even kinder low. Follow the trail from kinder low to get to brown knoll. After that follow the loop back all the way to mam tor and then back to Edale Station 📌 Tips Start early

#hellohalloween Passing through Edale’s mossy hush, the village opens like a storybook—stone cottages, winding lanes, and a quiet rhythm of boots and birdsong. At its heart stands The Old Nags Head, a traditional bar and café that feels like a warm punctuation mark before the long sentence of the Pennine Way. Its design is timeless: slate roof, timber beams, and a sign that proudly declares, “The Journey to the Pennine Begins Here.” It’s not just a pub—it’s a landmark, a rite of passage. Hikers gather here with maps folded like secrets, mugs steaming with tea or ale, and eyes full of anticipation. You don’t linger long—just a glance, a breath, a nod to the generations who’ve set off from this very spot. Then the trail calls. Past the gate, the path begins to rise, winding through fields and stone walls, the village slowly shrinking behind you like a memory. The Old Nags Head remains in view for a while, like a guardian watching your first steps. And as the wind picks up and the moors stretch ahead, you carry its quiet charm with you—proof that every great journey begins with a place that feels like home.

📍Address:Mam tor 1. Cute Cafe - You can hangout ourdoors of cafe even after its closed 2. Route Maps 3. Horses, sheeps 4. Blue john cavern - Not free 5. Peace and Serenity

The Lake District and Snowdonia often take the crown as the pinnacle of Britain’s National Parks. But have you visited the Peak District? Or even, where do you start when visiting the Peak District? Why not start with the highest peak - Kinder Scout. Offering views all across the High Peaks, Derbyshire Dales and even into Manchester, Kinder Scout is a beautiful mountain where hours can be spent traversing this natural landscape. Famous for the mass trespass in the 1930’s, Kinder Scout has paved the way for trekking and hiking all over the United Kingdom - a past time that many enjoy today. I’ve many a happy memory in hiking Kinder Scout, from watching a sunset from the top of the mountain to seeing an impressive cloud inversion on the rolling hills. It’s a stunning place - maybe one you hadn’t heard of before. But it’s one that you’re not going to forget in a hurry! #nationalpark #england #uk #peakdistrict #mountain

Really good hike spot with unmissable sunset views

#hike in the Peak District!

#newyearnewtrip The Great Ridge is one of the most iconic and picturesque walks in the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, England. The Great Ridge offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside of the Hope Valley and Edale Valley. You will get to enjoy the natural beauty of the Peak District landscape while hiking along the path with rolling hills, rocky outcrops and lush green valleys. It was a great experience to go to the Great Ridge as the walk is considered moderate with great view.

These pictures show what kinder scout looks like on the summit at night! The night was gloomy and windy but well worth the visit!

Getting There - Train to Edale>Walk the way to Mam Tor Attractions - MamTor Trail, Paragliding, Hiking trail Food & Restaurants - Cafes near the station and some at the start of the trail. Carry as little as possible, but choose that little with care, as some say! ##hike #paragliding #trailwalks