Standing proud over the Chatsworth Estate and on the edge of Stand Wood is the Chatsworth Hunting Tower, built in the 1570s. This high prospect tower can be seen for miles, and if your pockets are deep enough, you can even book to stay here! Then further along this walk is Sowter Stone Waterfall, which…
Dovestone Reservoir is located in the north of the Peak District near the town of Oldham in Greater Manchester. This short pram-friendly walk in the Peak District offers a well-surfaced route around the reservoir with spectacular views across the water to steep-sided moors and crags. The route is easy going so perfect for the whole family…
This is your guide to the best family walks in the Peak District, with links to walking guides so that you can navigate yourself following photos and route descriptions. You can also download a pdf of each walk to print out or use offline on your phone. All of these walks have been tried and…
Thorpe Cloud, in the far south of the Peak District National Park, is a fantastic starter hill for little legs. It’s a short, steep hike up there, and the views from the top are incredible. Plus you get to traverse Dovedale Stepping Stones along the way on this Thorpe Cloud walk! There’s a bit of…
The Roaches walk is iconic to Staffordshire’s Peak District. Standing on the top of The Roaches on a clear day, the views spreading out across Tittesworth Reservoir, Leek, and far beyond are very impressive. Plus, there are boulders galore for kids who love to climb, and is a popular spot for organised climbing clubs. The…
Discover the best Peak District pub walks, perfect for families, four-legged friends, and muddy boots alike. The Peak District is known for it’s characterful pubs, oozing with local charm. Almost every village has a pub (or three!) and a visit to the Peak District isn’t complete without a homecooked pub meal, washed down with a…
Whaley Bridge is a small town in the High Peak on the edge of the Peak District National Park, not far from Buxton. This short Whaley Bridge walk takes in its high street and beautiful memorial park. Bridges to cross as you follow the River Goyt, railways to go under, and works on the Toddbrook…
Kinder Scout is arguably the most impressive place to walk in the Peak District and many people have this on their bucket list. The views from the plateau on a clear day are incredible and the landscape feels wild and untouched. There are two main options to climb Kinder Scout. You can either walk up…
The Manifold Way (not to be mistaken with the Manifold Trail) is a mostly traffic-free footpath and cycle route in the Peak District, that’s great for families. It runs for 12.7km (7.9 miles) through Staffordshire’s Peak District, from Hulme End to the north and Waterhouses to the south, following the route of the disused Leek…
On the Staffordshire edge of the Peak District, not far from Leek, is Tittesworth Reservoir, the perfect place for families with a range of walking trails to suit all ages and abilities. There’s a couple of short accessible routes including this 2.8 km pram friendly loop. The walk offers beautiful views across Tittesworth Reservoir, sheltered…