Up Higger Tor

Walk 10: Hike Higger Tor, inc Stanage Edge

This epic hike rewards you with a taste of everything we love about the Peak District –  rugged edges, inspiring views, ancient woodlands, the sights and sounds of river wildlife, and cosy village cafes. Speaking of which, enjoy a halfway refreshment stop in the beautiful and historical Hathersage, where Robin Hood’s friend Little John is said to be buried.

Commencing from Longshaw Lodge, you head along a riverside path through Padley Gorge onto the wonderful village of Hathersage. From Hathersage, you continue to scale Stanage Edge and onto the mightly Higger Tor, before retracing your steps back to the car park.

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Walk Essentials

  • Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Minimum Duration: 6 hrs
  • Refreshments: Pub Cafe
  • Route: Download .gpx file
  • Start Grid Ref: SK 26638 80048

Start Point & Parking

Paid  parking available at Longshaw Estate, S11 7TY

Weather

Derbyshire, UK

Route Map

Guidance

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Safety First

Please don't rely solely on this guide to navigate the hike. Always carry a paper map of the area, compass, and know how to use them. Download the accompanying GPX file for use with a GPS app to help keep you on track. While hiking is generally safe, risks exist — plan ahead, use common sense, and make informed decisions.

Directions

Written directions coming soon.

  • Stanage Edge
  • Stanage Edge rocks
  • Stanage Edge
  • Burbage Edge
  • Up Higger Tor
  • Higger Tor
  • Higger Tor
  • Higger Tor

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Leigh Walker

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Hi I'm Leigh, the creator Walk In Derbyshire. I've been walking in the Peak District National Park for over 30 years and have a huge passion for connecting with nature and hiking in the outdoors. I write up the all the walks for Walk In Derbyshire and am also the lead on our group hikes.

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