There are classic vistas or concentrate on abstract views. The whole area is fantastic for both walkers and photographer’s, with far reaching views and easy access. So much so, the A625 which used to be underneath Mam Tor is now permanently closed to vehicles and is locally known the ‘The Broken Road’.įrom around 1200 BC, Mam Tor also used to be an Iron Age hill fort, which is clearly evident when viewed from the neighbouring Rushup Edge, and the ramparts can be clearly seen circling the hillside. Due to its rock composition of shale, it is very unstable and has frequent landslips. The 517m high hill is known locally as ‘The Shivering Mountain’. Head out on a weekday if you prefer a quieter time. Don’t let either of these detract though and enjoy the spot. If visiting later in the day for a relaxing stroll, be prepared for a motorway of human traffic. Such a popular location for photography ensures on any given day you are likely to have the company of several photographers during the early hours. It boasts easy to access elevated views of the often mist-lined valleys of Edale and Hope below. The far side of the Tor is a gradual incline and was quite tough to walk back up, but the views from the top are just fantastic.Mam Tor, for most, is the pinnacle of photography locations in the Peak District.

I walked up to the top of Mam Tor, and then along a good section of the Bridleway which stretches across several other hills and into the valley. There is a car park at the bottom of the Tor which as of 2016 is £3.00 for all day (National trust members get parking for free) and the path up the Tor is clear so you cannot get lost. There are numerous caves to explore near Mam Tor including the famous Blue John Cavern, and also the gorgeous Hope valley with the villages of Castleton, Edale and Hathersage. Mam Tor is a hill in the High Peak of the Peak District near Castleton, it is 517m and its name means Mother Hill (Deriving from all the smaller hills and landslides surrounding it, making it their mother as such). I also enjoyed the long walk through the countryside and being out in the fresh air. There are so many different areas of the Peak District to explore, and I have only uncovered part of its beauty – Mam Tor was yet another gem that I discovered on a day trip and managed to get some really striking photos. Photo Essay – Mam Tor & the Bridleway, The Peak District

Peak district mam tor