The Top 20 Peaks around Sheffield
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Sheffield is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
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Last updated: September 24, 2025
Higger Tor is a distinctive landmark of the Dark Peak. Standing at 1,424 feet (434 m) high, you are afforded spectacular panoramic views from the summit, that stretch over the Burbage Valley and the Iron Age hill fort, Carl Wark.
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Standing at 1,765 feet (538 m) tall, Back Tor is the highest point on Derwent Edge. As such, you are afforded breathtaking views over the Peak District from this spot. There are some interesting rock formations to explore here, too.
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This awe-inspiring rocky tor boasts the remains of an Iron Age hill fort. There have been many Bronze Age artefacts discovered nearby, so the area could well have been populated …
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A 1,791-foot (546 m) high trig pointed summit just north of Howden Edge. Nice rest spot.
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Lovely spot, small cairn to mark High Stones/Howden Edge. Lovely rugger moorland views, no jagged peaks here just bleak moorland...but beautiful on a sunny day like today!
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Lost Lad is a sub-peak of the nearby Back Tor. Standing at 1,699 feet (518 m) high, you are afforded spectacular views here. However, there is a darker side to …
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High Neb is the breathtaking summit of Stanage Edge. As you stand atop rugged rocks, the views over the Hope Valley, the moors and the gritstone escarpment stretching out before …
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Over Owler Tor 389.2m P16.7 (1277ft) (Hill ID: 511677) [JNSA s6093]
County of Yorkshire Definitive List summit
Peak District National Park Definitive List summit
Kent List summit
County of Yorkshire Definitive List summit
Peak District National Park Definitive List summit
Kent List summit
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Higger Tor is a steep outcrop of gritstone that stands high opposite Burbage edge. The climbing routes up the steeper side are all classic Peak District struggles so stop and …
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The short version of the infamous Pea Royd Lane Hill Climb in Stocksbridge. The climb is a short one at just 0.7km but with an average gradient of 14%, maxing …
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