Mam Tor
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J of Banbury
Middleton Cheney, UK566 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
There are a few car parks near and further afield, plus roadside stopping. We visited on a cold overcast day and managed but it was busy, I imagine on a lovely sunny day could get very tight on the road.
The view from the top was great and the perfect place for a picnic, even if there is a bracing breeze, just wrapped up properly.
The view from the top was great and the perfect place for a picnic, even if there is a bracing breeze, just wrapped up properly.
Written March 6, 2023
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Zottle
194 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
We parked on the roadside free of charge. There were no yellow lines. The sign said that it was pay and display only on bank holidays and weekends. From where we parked we walked past Speedwell and Treak caverns and then followed an obvious oath up the hill. It was quite tiring but luckily didn’t take too long (about 40 mins in total). The view at the top was awesome and it felt like a good achievement. Worth doing it but wear good trainers/boots as there are loose stones/random rocks on the path which could make you lose your footing.
Written June 7, 2022
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Andrei C
Manchester, UK2 contributions
May 2023 • Family
It’s a nice place, but don’t park on the grass verge. We used to go very often to visit this place, and today was for the first when we didn’t find any free spot on the paid parking, so we parked on the grass verge, and we received a parking ticket. I think there were more than 50 cars with parking ticket sticked on their wind screen.
Written May 7, 2023
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Lucy Rogers
Leeds, UK67 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Overall, a very good visit to Mam Tor and will definitely be returning, life’s a climb but the view is great! We had a little bit of rain at the start of the climb and views were quite hazy but soon cleared and you can see for miles! We had our 7 month old pup with us and he absolutely loved it. Easy under foot for the majority of the walk, some quite steep inclines/declines but taken slowly easily done. Originally thought we were doing a 3. Lie circular walk but I personally think there is a lack of signage which is the reason for the 4 out 5. That along with one of the trails being very overgrown and path completely covered. Car park was free as we were National Trust members, we got there very early as we heard it filled up quickly which it did. No toilets etc and no dog poop bins either. Take a little picnic and plenty to drink!
Written July 31, 2022
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jonnorockandroll
Portsmouth, UK129 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Had to visit this iconic location while we were here. Views didn't disappoint.we arrived at 7 am and the carpark was already half full. Do not even attempt to come here later than 9am as when we got back from our walk at 11 it was crazy busy and people were queuing to try and get a space. We did the ridge walk down into castleton and stopped for a lovely breakfast roll at peverell stores.
Written April 19, 2022
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Young-ish couple with a baby
36 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
What a lovely day we had on Mam Tor, it was definitely tiring climbing the three peaks (Mam Tor, Black Tor, and Lose hill pike). We started in Castleton, headed up to Treak cliff cavern, then on to Mam Tor. A good GPS app would be good to help find your way along this route (Search on App Store). Once you get to the bottom of Mam Tor, the route is clearly mapped for you with paving all the way to the top and then on to the next two peaks. After Lose hill pike the route becomes less clear, as we wanted to take a shorter route back to Castleton, but it is not clearly marked, so we ended up in Hope. (We didn’t have a GPS app at the time 😂). The views from the top are stunning, we had a picnic at the top of Mam Tor as there are little diverts that protect you from the wind. There are no food or beverages sold along the ridge, so make sure you have supplies.
It is windy at the top and you go from being hot to cold depending on if you are walking up or resting, so bear this in mind for your choice of clothes. Also there are muddy sections of the walk.
Would absolutely recommend this to everyone, however it can be a steep walk at some points
It is windy at the top and you go from being hot to cold depending on if you are walking up or resting, so bear this in mind for your choice of clothes. Also there are muddy sections of the walk.
Would absolutely recommend this to everyone, however it can be a steep walk at some points
Written February 28, 2022
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Sarah L
Bedford, UK77 contributions
Jul 2020
Wonderful place to visit, I would recommend to anyone visiting the area. I would advise people to get there early (I arrived around 9.30 midweek which was fine) as it can get very busy during peak times. It's absolutely stunning. You can park at the National Trust car park (which is currently pay via phone) or there is lot of free road parking in certain places down the roads, which fills up quickly.
Written July 30, 2020
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Blinco
Cambridge, UK6 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
There were 28 of us and we travelled in a number of cars- unfortunately due to completely inadequate parking we, and about 200 other cars, had to park on the grass verges. Despite parking completely off the tarmac of the road we got a parking ticket. We noticed that everyone else who had parked on the verge also got a ticket. Suggest you get there at about 7am if you want to avoid getting a ticket!!
Written April 12, 2023
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Tilly Smith
Devon, UK15 contributions
Aug 2020
This was one of the highlights of our peak district visit. The view from the top of mam tor is breathtakingly amazing!!!! Well worth the hike which I would rate as easy for a healthy person. Even my 4-year-old easily made to the top without any complain. Although not suitable for buggies in my opinion. Also, this place does not have toilet facilities so might need to carry portable potty for young children. Excellent parking at the national trust parking which is located as the base of mam tor and free for NT members. Although plenty of free roadside parking available too!!! This should definitely be on everyone’s to do list, whilst visiting peak district. Don’t forget to take your camera (and camera stick) for great pictures.
We will definitely be visiting again on our next trip.
We will definitely be visiting again on our next trip.
Written September 17, 2020
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Inge C
Manchester, UK58 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
I walk up Mam Tor and the Ridge quite regularly, but today it was an early start to see the sunrise for New Year's Day. Despite being cloudy it was still a great expierence and felt great. Myself and my dog carried on for a walk which is always a great way to spend a few hours. The rest of the family (my grown up daughter and her husband. No oltion for this below) went back home. Being New Year the carpark was packed and the roads were lined with cars. A warning for anyone tempted to park on or next to yellow lines the traffic warden was out at 11am, on New Year's Day, writing many many tickets.
Written January 1, 2022
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singjai
Manchester, UK53 contributions
Hello
Please could you advise which route would be easier because I'll have a 2yrs and 7yrs old with me. Would parking at the National trust car park be easier to walk up?
Many thanks
jackwatling
Norwich, UK27 contributions
You can park almost literally at the top. Then it’s just a short walk up steps. Nothing difficult at all. Many people park on the roadside but the official car park will get you closer
Craig W
Liverpool, UK
Is mam tor open to the public during this coronavirus pandemic? Is the Castleton car park also open and do I need to book a parking space?
jackwatling
Norwich, UK27 contributions
Yeah it’s all open. Castleton car park also open. No need to book. early arrival recommended as the car park can get full quickly
Marissa R
Nottingham, UK47 contributions
Hi, we climbed kinder scout recently and now looking at Mam Tor. Can anyone recommend a route that’s slightly more challenging than a 3 mile walk? Something around 6 - 9 miles that’s not too off the beaten path and easily navigated?
Thanks!
jackwatling
Norwich, UK27 contributions
Start at Castleton and head through cave dale. You can then walk through various fields and paddocks before arriving at the base of mam Tor for the climb. From there you can either walk back down to Castleton or head to the next peak further round before descending.
Google “Stunning Castleton Circular Walk via Mam Tor (5.5 miles)” and click on the “letsgopeakdistrict” website. We did this exact walk this week and loved it
Aishwarya V
7 contributions
Hi, Can you mention the exact name of the official parking spot which you used please? How long would the walk to the top and back take? We also have a two year old travelling with us.... Thank You!
lesley m
Chester, UK60 contributions
The car park is on edale rd very close to the station the climb would be slow with a little one but ok if your happy to go slowly but can get slippery when wet,might need a cuouple of piggybacks,hope enjoy it
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