Narrow footpath high up along High Tor cliff face, no fence just a metal handrail fixed into the rock. Totally spectacular and first time you visit a bit daunting! Be careful!

Andrew Jackson

November 1, 2023

I have a healthy fear of heights to be clear.
This very short exposed section of the path has beautiful views. I would start at the top of High Tor and descend via Giddy Edge as this seems to be what everyone was doing.
I would not feel comfortable passing people going in the opposite way to me for this short section.
The path is over a meter wide at all points and at the exposed sections, a very strong handrail is present.

Jake Heath

June 18, 2025

Great scenery from the edge. Safe footing required

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Elevation 250 m

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Location: Matlock Town, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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