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Mam Tor

Walk

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Mountain, Valley

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Eirian Evans via Geograph.org.uk

Mam Tor is a hill above Castleton in the Peak District, its summit ringed by the banks of a late Bronze Age and Iron Age hillfort. It stands at the western end of the Great Ridge, dividing the Hope Valley from Edale, and a paved path runs along the ridge with wide views on both sides. It is known as...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

The Penny Pot Café (licensed) – Edale, The Rambler Inn – Edale, Three Roofs Cafe​

Cliffe Cottage, Bowden Shepherds Hut, The Holmes Barn

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Mam Tor?
Derbyshire's high peaks contain this famous breezy summit overlooking the Hope Valley. Hikers usually scale the heights from nearby valley villages to catch the panoramic views.

What type of place is Mam Tor?
Mam Tor is a popular walking hill on the southern edge of the Dark Peak in Derbyshire.

When is the best time to visit Mam Tor?
Crisp autumn afternoons offer the finest conditions because the low sun casts long shadows over the old earthworks. Choosing a weekday also helps you avoid the massive weekend crowds.

What can you do at Mam Tor?
Walking along the paved ridge path provides an amazing vantage point over the dry limestone gorge of Winnats Pass. Photography enthusiasts frequently gather near the trig point to shoot the morning mist breaking across the hills.

How long should I spend at Mam Tor?
Allocating roughly two hours provides enough time to reach the summit and appreciate the old hillfort ramparts. A longer stay works better if you fancy tracking the full length of the Great Ridge towards Lose Hill.

Where do I park at Mam Tor?
Motorists can use the ten available spaces nearby, which provide four day and six overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Mam Tor?
The Penny Pot Café (licensed) – Edale, The Rambler Inn – Edale, and Three Roofs Cafe provide three choices for a good meal in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Mam Tor?
Cliffe Cottage, Bowden Shepherds Hut, and The Holmes Barn offer three places to book a stay nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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