More Peak District Walks
Welcome to our Community Walks collection – a celebration of the Peak District National Park through the eyes of its explorers. While we’ve spent years walking local paths, we could bring you our personally tested routes, we know there’s always more to discover. That’s why we’ve opened up our collection to include walks shared by the Outdoor Active community and other contributors who love this landscape as much as we do.
These community-sourced routes extend our library far beyond the trails we’ve walked ourselves, offering fresh perspectives, hidden corners, and diverse experiences across the National Park. From gentle riverside strolls perfect for a lazy Sunday to challenging ridge walks that reward with breathtaking views, each route brings something unique.
Burbage Loop via Higger Tor (5 miles)
Burbage Loop via Higger Tor (5 miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active A classic Burbage Valley circuit starting and ending at National Trust Longshaw. This loop takes in the region's finest gritstone tors—Higger Tor and the ancient hillfort of Carl Wark—before returning across the estate. Perfect for exploring the Burbage Valley, with refreshments at Longshaw Tea Room or the Fox House Inn. ⚠️ Please note: This route has been created and shared by an Outdoor Active community...
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Buxton Circular Walk to Errwood Reservoir (9 miles)
Buxton Circular Walk to Errwood Reservoir (9 miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active This 9-mile circular walk from Grin Low Car Park is pure Peak District magic. It's a route that delivers breathtaking views, varied terrain, and the serene beauty of Errwood Reservoir – all within easy reach of Buxton. From moorland panoramas to peaceful waterside pauses, from ancient tracks to disused railway paths, this walk has everything that makes the National Park special. A moderate challenge...
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Castleton and Bradwell Moor Circular Walk (7 miles)
Castleton and Bradwell Moor Circular Walk (7 miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active A magnificent 7-mile circular walk from Castleton, linking historic landmarks with wide-open moorland. This route visits the peaceful Church of Saint Edmund, the Castleton War Memorial, the imposing ruins of Peveril Castle, and the breezy summit trig point on Bradwell Moor. Along the way, enjoy superb views over the Hope Valley and, on fine days, watch fixed-wing gliders soaring from Abney Gliding Club. ⚠️...
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Derwent Edge Walk (9 Miles)
Derwent Edge Walk (9 Miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active A grand ridge walk from Derwent Dam, climbing steeply to Back Tor then striding along Derwent Edge past iconic gritstone tors to Whinstone Lee Tor. Return along the peaceful shores of Ladybower Reservoir. Big skies, weird rocks, proper Peak District. ⚠️ Please note: This route has been created and shared by an Outdoor Active community member. It has not been checked or verified by Let's Go Peak...
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Edale to South Head Circular (10 Miles)
Edale to South Head Circular (10 Miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active This challenging 10 mile circular walk from Edale takes in some of the finest high moorland scenery in the Peak District. The route follows the Pennine Way to Jacob's Ladder before climbing to the summit of Mount Famine and South Head. The walk continues across the wild expanse of Brown Knoll. The return leg descends via Chapel Gate and follows quiet footpaths back to the...
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Macclesfield Forest Walk (8 Miles)
Macclesfield Forest Walk (8 Miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active Explore the best of Macclesfield Forest on this circular walk, a superb route that takes in the scenic trio of Ridgegate, Bottoms, and Teggsnose reservoirs. With breathtaking views from Nessit Hill and a convenient stop at the historic Leathers Smithy pub halfway round, this trail offers a perfect day out. Free parking is available on the eastern hilltop, so just pack your gear and enjoy the adventure....
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Matlock Bath Circular Walk (6 Miles)
Matlock Bath Circular Walk (6 Miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active This circular walk around Matlock Bath delivers classic Peak District drama from the very start. Beginning with the dizzying heights of High Tor, the route climbs to Masson Hill before passing iconic landmarks including the Heights of Abraham, St Giles Church, and the Pic Tor war memorial. The return leg follows the scenic Lovers Walk. ⚠️ Please note: This route has been created and shared by...
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Three Ships, Nelson & Wellington Circular (7.3 miles)
Three Ships, Nelson & Wellington Circular (7.3 miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active A winter-warmer of a walk that packs in naval history, stately home views, and gritstone edges. This circular route from Birchen Edge takes in the famous 'Three Ships' carvings, Nelson's and Wellington's Monuments, before dropping into Baslow and skirting the Chatsworth Estate, returning via the high ridge of Dobb Edge. ⚠️ Please note: This route has been created and shared by an Outdoor Active...
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Wildboarclough Circular via Shuttlingsloe (7 miles)
Wildboarclough Circular via Shuttlingsloe (7 miles) 🥾 Community Route — shared via Outdoor Active A classic Peak District circuit that delivers maximum variety for minimal mileage. This challenging route ascends the 'Matterhorn of Cheshire' (Shutlingsloe), traverses the wild moorland edges of Wildboarclough, and descends into the serene, pine-scented valleys of Macclesfield Forest. This walk is a masterclass in the diverse landscapes of the Eastern Peaks. ⚠️ Please note: This route has been created and shared by an Outdoor Active community...
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