
The most recent of these was of such magnitude that it severed the main A625 Castleton to Chapel-en-le-Frith road, which is still closed to traffic. Notice the huge landslides here and at other places along the ridge. With most of the climbing over, continue west along the ridge to the summit of Mam Tor. The well-maintained path is easy going and offers excellent views south over the White Peak and to Edale and the Kinder Plateau in the north.

( 1) The ridge, which links Lose Hill with Mam Tor, is a popular place to promenade. This is the only section of "hard work" and soon you have reached the top of the ridge at Hollins Cross. Where the main road turns sharp right continue north along Hollowford Road which leads gently upwards towards the Castleton ridge ahead. SK 148829) in Castleton and after paying your dues, follow the main road in the direction of Hope. ( D/A) There is a large public car park (grid ref.
