Mam Tor and the Great Ridge
A circuit of the Peak District's best-loved ridge, returning through the limestone gorge of Winnats Pass.
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 400 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 517 m
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About this walk
Mam Tor and the Great Ridge is an easy 9 km circular walk with 400 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Castleton (grid reference SK 149 829). The start can be reached by public transport.
The Great Ridge separates the Hope and Edale valleys and gives easy, airy walking on a paved path. Starting from Castleton, the loop takes in Lose Hill, Back Tor, Hollins Cross and Mam Tor, the 'Shivering Mountain'.
Route
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1
Castleton to Lose Hill
Leave Castleton by Hollowford Road and climb across fields to the summit of Lose Hill.
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2
Along the ridge
Follow the ridge over Back Tor and Hollins Cross to the summit of Mam Tor.
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3
Winnats Pass
Descend past Mam Nick and down the dramatic Winnats Pass back to Castleton.
Summits
Lose Hill
476 m
Mam Tor
517 m
“Mother hill”
On the way
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Peveril CastleCastle · 400 m from the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Mam Tor and the Great Ridge take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 9 km route, which has 400 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Castleton (grid reference SK 149 829). Pay and display visitor centre car park in Castleton.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Hope station is 3 km away; buses from Sheffield.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Paved ridge path, field paths and a steep road descent through Winnats Pass.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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