Hollins Cross – Win Hill Pike loop from Castleton

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Hollins Cross – Win Hill Pike loop from Castleton

Hard

4.9

(15)

154

hikers

Hollins Cross – Win Hill Pike loop from Castleton

07:11

24.0km

680m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.88 km

Hollins Cross

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Hollins Cross is a col with spectacular panoramic views. There are loads of great trails around here, especially via the Great Ridge to Mam Tor. It can get very busy …

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4.52 km

Mam Tor Climb from Edale

Highlight • Climb

Steep relentless incline all the way to Mam Tor. Certain sections are almost 20 percent gradient.

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5.70 km

Edale Village

Highlight • Parking

Edale is a beautiful village set at the base of Kinder Scout. It’s a great start point for walks in the local area, including the classic Mam Tor and the …

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5.72 km

Official Start of the Pennine Way

Highlight • Pub

This will be an exciting sight for many! You could be starting the Pennine Way national long-distance walking trail with dry feet and excitement, or maybe finishing it with a …

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6.41 km

Fred Heardman's Plantation

Forest

11.9 km

Hope Cross lies at the crossroads of ancient packhorse routes through the Peak District, ands it's surrounded by beautiful views down into the Valley. You'll find it's a lovely wide open track with spectacular views.

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15.6 km

Win Hill Pike

Highlight • Summit

Also known as the Pimple, Win Hill Pike has spectacular views down over the reservoirs and the surrounding area.

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15.7 km

View of Ladybower Reservoir and Hope Valley

Highlight • Lake

Winhill Pike walk from Bamford to Rowley Farm campsite. A doe practice day supervising from afar. Gorgeous day out!

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16.1 km

View of The Great Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views of The Great Ridge (Lose Hill, Back Tor, Hollins Cross and Mam Tor) and over to the Eastern side of Kinder Scout with the great cleft of Jaggers Clough showing well in its side.

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