A guided walk can you leave free to really enjoy a day in the hills, without the pressure of route planning and map reading; also, a leader will be able to open-up new areas for you and share their local knowledge, bringing the landscape to life for you and your group – where do you want to go?
On the whole I only provide bespoke walks, as I feel it’s important to talk with groups prior to heading out for a mountain walk, to understand what experience is being sort and adapt plans to suite the group. That said, we all need a little inspiration sometimes, so below you’ll find some ideas to get you warmed up…
Hope Valley & the Great Ridge – this iconic string of hill-tops, which includes the famous Mam Tor, gives expansive views of the Hope and Edale valleys, weather permitting of course, and can be weaved into a number of different routes, to accommodate needs or to visit the sights of Castleton as a contrast.
Eastern Edges of the Peak District – only a short drive from Sheffield, the Gritstone edge of the eastern rim of the national park are a mecca for hill-walkers (and climbers). There are options for long and short days, with atmosphere and views, industrial archeology, myth and geology to explore.
Plan Crash Pilgrimage – up on Bleaklow lie the remnants of the B29 Superfortress ‘Over Exposed’, a USAF reconnaissance plane and a poignant reminder of the tragic loss of a young aircrew. It’s become almost too popular a destination, with the Instagram fame it developed but it’s still possible to make a quiet and respectful visit, if you choose the right time of day and season…
Walking Kinder – as the spiritual heart of the Peak District, Kinder Scout isn’t just the Park’s highest point, it’s also a national symbol, an emblem of our desire to roam the moors and mountains. It’s in the shadow of this plateau that a strong-willed group of young men and women famously staged a mass trespass in April 1932 to express this. Let’s follow in their footsteps!
Challenge Walks
If you’re looking to take on something more challenging, as a charity fundraiser, for personal development or a team building exercise, I can help you plan and then deliver a rewarding and unique hiking challenge.