The easy trail between Higger Tor and Over Owler Tor is the perfect sunset stroll. It’s also one of the best places in the whole of the Peak District to see the incredible heather bloom, which completely blankets the moors and hillsides, creating a magical sea of purple amongst the green. We’re sharing all the trail details, including track conditions and how to park for free.
The easiest route to the Salt Cellar: the best sunset spot in the Peak District?
The easiest walk to go wild swimming at Three Shires Head (less than 20 minutes)
The quickest and easiest walk to the magical Lud's Church
13 spectacular easy walks in the Peak District
It might be called the Peak District, but you definitely don’t need to break a sweat in order to see some of the area’s most beautiful landscapes. Whether you’re looking for fabulous photography spots, quiet dales that avoid the crowds, or simply the well known showstoppers, we have you covered in our easy Peak District walks guide.
An easy Lathkill Dale walk with a waterfall, gorge and hidden mines
A beautiful walk through the limestone gorges of Wolfscote Dale and Beresford Dale
Bamford Edge: the easiest walk to the Peak District's most Instagrammable spot
Cucklet Church: exploring the plague church cavern
Eyam is best known as the plague village. After going into voluntary quarantine to stop the spread of the disease, villagers could no longer attend church services inside. The vicar took to preaching from Cucklet Delf, now known as Cucklet Church. Today you can visit the limestone cavern via a short easy walk from the village. Here’s how to find it.
Waterfall Swallet: a hidden waterfall in the Peak District
An easy Sherwood Forest walk that showcases the best of the forest
This easy walk showcases the best of England’s most famous forest. You’ll visit Britain’s biggest oak tree - Major Oak - that is thought to be one of Robin Hood’s main hideouts. You’ll also pass a series of other giant oaks, with gnarled and twisted branches that look like something out of a fairytale. We’re sharing directions, difficulty and trail conditions.
The best Upper Derwent Valley walk for spectacular autumn colour
Lumsdale Falls: the most atmospheric waterfall in the Peak District?
Kinder Scout Walk via Kinder Downfall: one of the best hikes in the Peak District
The Kinder Scout via Kinder Downfall circular walk is one of the best in the Peak District. The scenery is spectacular and it’s a relatively easy walk, despite taking you to the highest point in the Peaks. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the track, including directions, difficulty and trail conditions.
A short easy Roaches walk that doesn't compromise on epic views
Chee Dale: an easy circular walk to a beautiful gorge and stepping stones
This easy Chee Dale circular walk has so much variety. You’ll walk through a beautiful gorge, take in two sets of stepping stones - which see far fewer crowds than the ones at Dovedale- as well several fun abandoned tunnels. We’re sharing the route as well as what to expect from the trail conditions.
Stanton Moor: ancient stones & incredible heather blooms
This easy circular walk on Stanton Moor takes in the Cork Stone - which you can climb if you dare - the Nine Ladies Stone Circle and lots of gorgeous open moorland. It’s at its most beautiful during the heather season which blankets the moor between late July and early September. We’re sharing the route and what to expect from the trail conditions.
Mam Tor Circuit - epic ridge lines and a spectacular limestone gorge
This gorgeous circuit walk at Mam Tor offers spectacular views, taking in one of the UK’s most popular ridge lines, a gorgeous limestone valley and even the chance to stop for lunch in the village halfway. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including trail conditions and directions.