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Mam Tor, The Great Ridge & Castleton loop — Peak District National Park

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Mam Tor, The Great Ridge & Castleton loop — Peak District National Park

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September 4, 2025

Mam Tor, The Great Ridge & Castleton loop — Peak District National Park

Moderate

03:58

13.0km

3.3km/h

450m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Start point

Bus stop

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662 m

Mam Tor

Highlight • Summit

Mam Tor is a breathtaking summit with enchanting views over the Peak District. In clear conditions, the views stretch all the way to Manchester. There are so many options when …

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1.13 km

View of Mam Tor

Highlight • Summit

Path can get quite busy especially at weekends. Is very dog friendly if you want to take your furry friend up with you. Would personally keep on a lead to ensure they don't slip over the edge.

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1.99 km

Hollins Cross

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Hollins Cross is a col with spectacular panoramic views. There are loads of great trails around here, especially via the Great Ridge to Mam Tor. It can get very busy …

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3.08 km

Back Tor (Great Ridge)

Highlight • Summit

This ridge is very wide in comparison to the famous ridges across the UK, just beware on a gusty day if heading up the west to east on Back Tor …

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3.96 km

Lose Hill Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lose Hill is situated at the end of Great Ridge and provides breathtaking views over Mam Tor, as well as the Hope and Edale valleys. Despite its proximity to Mam …

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7.24 km

Castleton

Highlight • Settlement

Lying in the lee of mysterious Mam Tor, Castleton is one of the most beautifully-situated villages in the White Peak. With cafes, tearooms, pubs, restaurants, a visitor centre, and lots …

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7.76 km

Cave Dale and View of Peveril Castle

Highlight • Gorge

Cave Dale, a towering limestone valley in the village of Castleton, is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Peak District. Glacial water carved out this wonderful …

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13.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.33 km

3.46 km

1.94 km

943 m

757 m

477 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.18 km

2.24 km

2.06 km

1.98 km

1.57 km

972 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Mam Tor, The Great Ridge & Castleton loop — Peak District National Park

Mam Tor

View of Mam Tor

Hollins Cross

Back Tor (Great Ridge)

Lose Hill Summit

Castleton

Cave Dale and View of Peveril Castle

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