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
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Sheffield for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Sheffield for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Higger Tor
Highlight • Climb
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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Back Tor Trig Point
Highlight • Summit
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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Carl Wark Iron Age hill fort
Highlight • Historical Site
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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High Stones Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
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 Summit
Highlight • Summit
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 Trig Point
Highlight • Summit
Not necessarily the highest point in the area, but surely one of the great views if the weather is good enough.
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Whitwell Moor Trig Point
Highlight • Summit
We had a nice walk up to the trig point from Underbank Reservoir. The trig is on a hilltop with lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
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Rud Hill Summit
Highlight • Summit
Rud Hill 425m P12 (1394ft) (Hill ID: 511680) [JNSA s4702]
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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Houndkirk Moor Trig Point
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
All off road. Pretty loose climb up to Houndkirk road and then cruising across the top over to the road. One gate in the middle, one at the end.
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Pea Royd Lane Hill Climb Summit View
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
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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