Known as one of the best ridge walks in the country, it gives you superb views of Edale and Hope Valley. We chose to do this exhilarating 6.5 mile walk (10.5km) which takes you along Great Ridge. You will then arrive back where you started at Mam Nick Car Park. (This is another tourist attraction that is worth a visit.) (A road that was abandoned due to landslides in the 1970s).įollowing Broken Road, the walk leads you up past the entrance to Blue Johns Cavern.
You then continue along the ridge, a more level part of the walk, to Hollins Cross.Īfter this you walk down through the woodlands to meet Broken Road. On reaching the summit you will see the stone ‘trig point’, a fixed survey point that always indicates that you are at the highest point of a mountain or hill.įrom here you will have spectacular 360 degree views of the rolling Peak District countryside. Starting from the Mam Nick National Trust Car Park, it’s a relatively short but slightly steep climb to the top of Mam Tor (517 metres). The time can vary depending on the weather, how fit you are and who you are walking with. This is a three mile walk (4.8km) that takes approximately 1-2 hours. (These are just guides, we would advise using maps on all of your walks.) Route 1. Here are three of the most popular walks. They are all family friendly, especially route 1 where you will see small children climbing to the summit. There are many different walks that you can take up Mam Tor. Lightweight Rain Jacket Make sure you pack plenty of snacks. The closest public toilets are in Castleton and Hope.ĭogs are allowed on the Mam Tor walks as long as they are kept on a lead. There are no toilet facilities on the Mam Tor walks. Take some refreshments for when you stop to take in the amazing views.
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Have a map of the area with you (you can download one on your phone) for if you you are unsure of which path to follow or want to change your route.Ĭomfortable walking shoes/boots are advised, especially for the longer walks and layered clothing as the weather can be changeable. If you are struggling to park, try leaving from Castleton (route 2) as there is more parking available in the village. There are double yellow lines along the road and you risk getting a ticket if you park here. If the Mam Nick car park is full, there are some lay-bys on the road but these fill up very quickly. Mam Tor is a popular spot for sunrise because it is easy to reach the summit. Mam Tor is very popular all year round, more so in the Summer, so we would advise arriving as early as possible, especially if you want to complete the shorter walk.Īrriving before 9am on weekends, bank holidays and school holidays would be advantageous! Lauren admiring the view from the top of Mam Tor. Mam Tor is open 24 hours a day but we would not advise walking on the hill once it is getting dark.
Hope and Edale stations are the closest train stations to Mam Tor. Service 272, Sheffield to Castleton, then walk from the village or take the number 200 bus. Service 200, Chapel-en-le-Frith to Castleton, via Winnats Pass, exit at Mam Tor. Mam Nick is the starting place for the easiest walk, the other longer walks start in Castleton and Hope. Parking is £3.50 for 4 hours and £5 for longer stays. This is a pay-and-display National Trust Car Park with a pay-by-phone option. By Carįrom Castleton take the main road west up Winnats Pass.Īt the T-junction, turn right and follow the road round, pass the first turning on the right and Mam Nick Car Park is the next right. There are walks varying in length and difficulty that you can take, starting from places like Castleton and Hope, that will take you to Mam Tor. Standing at 517 metres high, Mam Tor means ‘Mother Hill’, which alludes to the mini-hills at the base of Mam Tor created by the frequent landslips. Towering over the village of Castleton, Mam Tor is one of the most popular hotspots in the Peak District.
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