Peak District Walks

A collection of the best short Peak District walks, all with detailed visual guides free to download, travel info and maps

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Axe Edge
NEW! July 27, 2025

Take in the far-reaching views from Axe Edge and Axe Edge Moor, south-west of Buxton.
( miles)

Western Peak District

Bamford Edge
NEW! August 17, 2025

Experience stunning views from the gritstone escarpment of Bamford Edge.
( miles)

Eastern Peak District

Burbage Rocks & Higger Tor
NEW! August 15, 2025

Explore Burbage Rocks and Higger Tor, featuring stunning gritstone outcrops and panoramic views.
(4 miles)

Eastern Peak District

Cats Tor

Visit the easy summit of Cats Tor for extensive views over the Cheshire Plain.
(1 mile)

Western Peak District

Chee Dale

Discover the famous Chee Dale stepping stones on the River Wye, hidden away just 3 miles from Buxton.
(4 miles)

Central Peak District

Corbar Hill
NEW! July 21, 2025

Visit the cross on Corbar hill, and take in extensive views of Buxton while you're there.
( miles)

Western Peak District

Derwent Reservoir
NEW! August 12, 2025

Visit the impressive Derwent Dam and enjoy views from the surrounding hills on this walk from Fairholmes.
( miles)

Northern Peak District

Fernilee Reservoir
UPDATED! July 9, 2025

Walk all the way round this attractive wooded reservoir in the Goyt Valley.
(3 miles)

Western Peak District

Kinder Reservoir
UPDATED! July 14, 2025

Escape the crowds on this beautiful circular walk around peaceful Kinder Reservoir.
( miles)

Central Peak District

Shining Tor
UPDATED! July 11, 2025

Admire the view from the highest point in Cheshire – see if you can spot Snowdon.
(3 miles)

Western Peak District

Shutlingsloe
NEW! July 23, 2025

Climb Shutlingsloe – the Cheshire Matterhorn – a shapely peak above Macclesfield Forest.
(3 miles)

Western Peak District

Three Shires Head
UPDATED! July 8, 2025

Visit the beautiful waterfalls at Three Shires Head – the point where Cheshire, Staffordshire and Derbyshire meet.
( miles)

Western Peak District

Wildmoorstone Valley
UPDATED! July 11, 2025

Enjoy splendid views from the disused Cromford & High Peak Railway.
(2 miles)

Western Peak District