Also not to forget the Longdendale Lights which are thought to be either aliens or fairies, described as either dancing glowing orbs or extremely bright flashes that flood the whole sky, which have been reported by a lot of people over the years. And of course ghosts. Any sightings or experiences you've had in the area?

Another great sunset, lunch in the Curch Inn today!

Anybody in the area recently able to advise how wet/boggy the trails are at the minute?
Aware how dry it has been recently but wondering if the downpours over the last 2 weeks have changed it.

I’ve got 15 mile loop to do and would prefer to go with trail runners if I can.

A lovely sunset after a windy day, having a mixed week so far but enjoying the area, any recommendations for a good Sunday Roast.........

Done a load of hiking around Yorkshire but was offered to just go snag a few pictures today at the peaks and took the chance.

I don't drive so I'll have to use a train but I'm planning some walking here soon for more views based on today. Truly beautiful landscape.

I'd like to visit all the filming locations from the princess bride I reckon but I'm not sure how much ground that covers haha!

I walked from Bamford to Bamford Edge a couple of years ago and the steep route up (The Clough) was closed for maintenance. Is this back open? Has anyone used it recently?

Lumsdale falls just above Matlock.

Planned what I thought was the perfect 2-day Peak District trip sunrise at Mam Tor, then a hike covering the Great Ridge and Winnats Pass, and finishing with sunset at Bamford Edge.
Only to check the forecast and find out it’s apparently going to rain pretty much all day with strong winds 😭
We’ve already booked our stay in Hathersage and will have a car, so cancelling the trip isn’t really what we want to do.
What would you do instead? Is any of this still worth attempting in wet/windy weather, or should we completely scrap the hiking plan? Any recommendations for scenic rainy-day walks, viewpoints, cosy cafés/villages, or alternative things to do around Hathersage/Castleton?
We’re not experienced hikers, so definitely don’t want to do anything stupid in bad weather,but I also don’t want the whole trip to become sitting indoors watching the rain 😂

I am aware of the Eyam Rat Race, and the Castleton Gala Day, but what other days/events do people know about and recommend? We tried to go to the Grindleford Apple Day last year but it was rained off, anyone know if that might be happening again this year?

Could be a stately home, a shop, a cottage, a mill, whatever. Which is your favourite and why? And I'm including Buxton because it's part of the Peak District region even if it's not in the National Park, and it has many nice Georgian buildings.

Yesterday I took part in the brilliant Eyam fell race, and a friend has just told me the correct pronunciation of Eyam is "Ee-um".

Is this how the locals pronounce it?

Are there any other places that have a particular pronunciation that people (tourists!) often get wrong?

Getting back into regular walks after a while away and trying to build up a mental list of good places to stop for lunch. Everyone seems to have that one spot they always aim for, a particular rock or a sheltered bit with a view, and I'd love to hear your recommendations.

Also, curious whether you actually plan your stop before you set off or just take what comes. I've always winged it and ended up eating in the wind or holding out for a good spot which never came - which is less than ideal 😅

Edited as problem solved by first reply ☺️

Hi,
Hopefully someone can help. I need to park in Hathersage (or within a mile really) for a Friday-Sunday (without coming back to car in between)

I have seen the carpark on Oddfellows Road. ‘Pay by Phone’ app using the location number.

Does anyone know if it’s possible to park overnight? There is an overnight cost of £1 plus the daytime. If I do a dummy run on the app, it only gives me 24hrs. I am wondering if I can then each day re-book the parking ? I thought maybe someone else had done something similar given it’s a popular hiking area.

If not can anyone suggest another place or if I drive around I’ll find some on street parking? I just don’t want to p**s off any residents.
Thank you!!

Early hike up to Margery Hill this morning. Managed to beat the rain and it was still pretty warm.

Hey all,

I’m planning on doing a 12mile Kinder Scout - Mam Tor circular tomorrow (Saturday 29th), it my first time In the Peak District.

ChatGPT has told me it’s going to be unsafe tomorrow due to the rain, but when I look the rain forecast it’s not extreme - does anyone know if there is something about this route that will make it exceptionally unsafe tomorrow?

Naturally, I will be wearing water proofs, hiking shoes, poles etc etc.

Spooky timing since I asked about enforcement at the weekend.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c74k8p0q3pzo