What to do and see in Peak District, England: The Best Outdoor Activities

January 12, 2022 Toi Mattera

Discover the best top things to do in Peak District, United Kingdom including Kinder Scout, Tideswell Dale Walk, Pure Outdoor Ltd., Peak Mountaineering, Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill, Dolomite Training, Rapid Horizons Ltd, Hard Days Knight, Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire, Bike Garage.
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1. Kinder Scout

Peak District National Park England http://www.facebook.com/kinderscoutpeakdistrict
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Kinder Scout

Reviewed By amdgriggs - Sheffield, United Kingdom

I’ve been walking on and around Kinder for nearly 60 years now and it’s probably my favourite place in England for grand walking, certainly if all the places you can reach easily from Sheffield. It boasts a couple of true classic routes (eg up Grindsbrook from Edale, round the southern edge of the plateau westward to Edale Rocks and then down Jacobs Ladder and via Upper Booth, with options to go up Ringing Roger to start to avoid the Grindsbrook crowds, and to extend by heading north across the plateau to Kinder Gates and Kinder Downfall before heading south along the western edge to Jacobs Ladder) - great walks and spectacular in good weather but also never to be underestimated. Kinder is very different in cold, wet or misty weather - I well remember wintry walks on Kinder with my dad as a child, but also more recent occasions when I’ve marvelled at inexperienced and under-equipped walkers up there in descending mist with no map or compass and only a sketchy idea where they want to be. There’s a reason the Edale Mountain Rescue Team is so busy.... Things have changed in the past few years and much of the popular stretch of the plateau edge from Grindsbrook to Jacobs Ladder is now well-engineered with millstone slabs (to control erosion; the centre of the plateau also has far more vegetation than 60 years ago, thanks to extensive replanting of heather and the construction of hundreds of leaky dams which have prevented the further erosion of many of the peat hags. My favourite sections to walk are now some of the quieter and more remote areas at the eastern or northern ends of the plateau, where there are a surprising number of clear but little-used paths and some wonderful rock outcrops. A great walk is to walk up to Hope Cross (eg from Bagshaw Bridge on the Edale side), up to the plateau and then do as long an anti-clockwise circuit as you have the energy for, cutting across to the south side at one of the narrower points and using your navigation skills. There are also paths across the plateau, most not shown on OS maps but clearly shown on (eg) Open CycleMap, which comes free with the ViewRanger app. There’s another fine walk too from the Snake Inn west up Ashop Clough to Ashop Head, then east along the plateau’s northern edge before descending again off Fairbrook Naze. Kinder gets really popular at weekends and in good weather - good to see, of course, and not surprising too as it’s also the start of the Pennine Way - and it’s always good to know there are quieter parts which are just as dramatic and just as wild: check out the iconic Kinder Gates, or the Madwoman’s Stone. Very highly recommended.

2. Tideswell Dale Walk

Tideswell Dale Car Park, Tideswell, Peak District National Park SK17 8QH England https://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/visiting/miles-without-stiles/tideswell-dale
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Tideswell Dale Walk

3. Pure Outdoor Ltd.

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Pure Outdoor Ltd.

Pure Outdoor provide hillwalking, climbing, caving, mountain biking, first aid, international trekking and mountaineering courses from our base in the Peak District. Book online and enjoy a fun, friendly, professional and personalized approach to outdoor learning from skilled instructors. We boast excellent facilities on our Peak District courses from our dedicated outdoor training centre which provides a unique facility for all customers to enjoy.

4. Peak Mountaineering

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Peak Mountaineering

Peak Mountaineering is a specialist provider of mountain activities based in the heart of the Peak District National Park. We offer climbing, navigation, hillwalking, scrambling, expeditions and national governing body qualifications to everyone from families to adults. We are also ITC first aid trainers and we can manage all your personal or professional first aid training requirements. Join us in the Peak District for a great adventure and a very warm welcome.

5. Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill

Castleton, Peak District National Park England +44 7854 024242 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kinder-edale-and-the-dark-peak/trails/mam-tor-circular-walk
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Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill

Reviewed By 677KarenL

Highly recommend this walk in the Peak District - it's a firm favourite. I love the great outdoors and this really is an area of unspoilt natural beauty. Walks for all abilities - simply from the NT car park up to the top of Mam Tor peak to take in the views or to carry on and follow the ridge all along and descend into Castletown for a walk around. It's a stunning walk that I will happily do time and time again!

6. Dolomite Training

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Dolomite Training

An outdoor activity company based in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Delivering adventurous activities and team building for individuals, groups, businesses and the education sector. We deliver activities to suit every need and at every level, get in touch to discuss a course today!• Climbing• Caving• Mountain Biking• Abseiling (including sponsored events throughout the UK)• Navigation Training• Guided Walks• Stream Scrambling• Challenge Days• Bespoke Activity Programmes• Team Building• Team Bonding.

7. Rapid Horizons Ltd

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Rapid Horizons Ltd

We specialise in White Water Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing and River Tubing! Take to the water with Rapid Horizons. From family groups to stag and hen parties our aim is to give you the best experience on the river. Based in Darley Dale our main location is the River Derwent but we also operate in North Wales on the River Dee and also Nottingham at Holme Pierrepont. No Experience is required for any of our activities. Our staff and River Guides and highly qualified and experienced not to mention incredibly passionate abut their jobs!

8. Hard Days Knight

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Hard Days Knight

Hard Days Knight provides bespoke Derbyshire and Peak District hen do and stag activity weekends. Providing activities across multiple centres, you are able to combine any selection of watersports, targ4t and combat sports, motorsports and alternative activities, including: personal chef, cocktail making, pamper party experiences and much, much more. In addition to managing activities, transport and catering, Hard Days Knight also provides a broad selection of Derbyshire accommodation, with a property to suit all groups ad budgets.

9. Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire

Bakewell Road Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 9TE England +44 1298 70838 [email protected] http://www.peakblackwellcyclehire.com/
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Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire

Cycle Hire situated at the START of the Magnificent Monsal Trail. 8.5 miles of traffic free cycling along a disused railway line. Experience the thrill of cycling through several lit tunnels,steep gorges and across the famous Monsal Viaduct.

Reviewed By 812trevorc

Lovely pit stop at Buxton end of Monsal Trail, lovely couple proprietors, very friendly, super scones, my fave stop on all the Derbyshire trails.

10. Bike Garage

Hope Road Hope Valley Garden Centre, Bamford, Peak District National Park S33 0AL England +44 1433 659345 [email protected] http://www.bikegarage.co.uk
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Bike Garage

The Bike Garage is an independent family-owned bike shop which set out in 2010. Every year, our cycle hire helps people from all over the world of any skill level experience an unforgettable adventure riding in the Peak District. There is something for everyone! In 2018 we were voted the best bike hire centre in the Peak District by travel site Trip Advisor With Hardtails, Full suspension and Electric models available in a wide range of sizes. All bikes are set up to your requirements with a choice of pedals, suspension adjusted for your weight, swap brake levers to your prefered configuration. All hires come with Helmet, Spares, Tools and OS Map. With guidance on a suitable route depending on your level of experience included. We have examples routes on our website with video and photo guides, GPX files and route profiles. We also offer to drop off/collection bikes to your accommodation.

Reviewed By aj12354 - Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

I hired an ebike from James as my bike was stolen and I enjoyed so much I bought one. We ride regularly in the Peak District and iit was wonderful getting up hills without having to stop to get my breath and amazing fun back down. James was really helpful, making sure the bikes were set up for me and giving advice. Great customer service and quality bikes, I can recommend the Bike Garage for hire and sales

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