7th March 2026, Alport Castles Winter Hike
🧭 WINTER GUIDED HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!
🔵 BOOK NOW – DISCOVER A HIDDEN PEAK DISTRICT GEM! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 14km circular from Fairholmes Visitor Centre | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾
🏔️ ALPORT CASTLES – Tucked away above the Upper Derwent Valley lies one of the UK’s largest landslips, a dramatic landscape of towers, cliffs, and grassy slopes. This hike offers breathtaking views over Ladybower Reservoir, wild open moorland, and the unique rock formations of Alport Castles.
WHAT TO EXPECT: 🌄 Remote-feeling moorland landscapes | 🪨 Fascinating geological features | 📸 Far-reaching views over reservoirs and valleys
WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Small, friendly group for a personal experience | ✔️ Learn the geological story behind this incredible landscape
🗣️ “Such a unique place – felt like we had the whole Peak District to ourselves!” – Liz, Mar 2024
🗣️ “James’s knowledge made the views even more special.” – Tom, Mar 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers
📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 5th Mar at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕
🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this unforgettable Peak District adventure!
🧭 WINTER GUIDED HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!
🔵 BOOK NOW – DISCOVER A HIDDEN PEAK DISTRICT GEM! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 14km circular from Fairholmes Visitor Centre | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾
🏔️ ALPORT CASTLES – Tucked away above the Upper Derwent Valley lies one of the UK’s largest landslips, a dramatic landscape of towers, cliffs, and grassy slopes. This hike offers breathtaking views over Ladybower Reservoir, wild open moorland, and the unique rock formations of Alport Castles.
WHAT TO EXPECT: 🌄 Remote-feeling moorland landscapes | 🪨 Fascinating geological features | 📸 Far-reaching views over reservoirs and valleys
WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Small, friendly group for a personal experience | ✔️ Learn the geological story behind this incredible landscape
🗣️ “Such a unique place – felt like we had the whole Peak District to ourselves!” – Liz, Mar 2024
🗣️ “James’s knowledge made the views even more special.” – Tom, Mar 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers
📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 5th Mar at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕
🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this unforgettable Peak District adventure!
🧭 WINTER GUIDED HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!
🔵 BOOK NOW – DISCOVER A HIDDEN PEAK DISTRICT GEM! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~6.5 hours | Distance: 14km circular from Fairholmes Visitor Centre | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾
🏔️ ALPORT CASTLES – Tucked away above the Upper Derwent Valley lies one of the UK’s largest landslips, a dramatic landscape of towers, cliffs, and grassy slopes. This hike offers breathtaking views over Ladybower Reservoir, wild open moorland, and the unique rock formations of Alport Castles.
WHAT TO EXPECT: 🌄 Remote-feeling moorland landscapes | 🪨 Fascinating geological features | 📸 Far-reaching views over reservoirs and valleys
WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Small, friendly group for a personal experience | ✔️ Learn the geological story behind this incredible landscape
🗣️ “Such a unique place – felt like we had the whole Peak District to ourselves!” – Liz, Mar 2024
🗣️ “James’s knowledge made the views even more special.” – Tom, Mar 2024
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers
📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 5th Mar at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕
🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now to secure your place on this unforgettable Peak District adventure!
Arrive between 9.30-10 am- There is a short introduction and briefing for the day
5-6 hour (approx. 10 mile) Easy - Moderate hike including inclines, steps, summits/viewpoints
Lunch at the summit
Return to car park approx. 5-6pm based on group progress
* All walking routes are subject to change based on client’s experience, skill, fitness, and weather conditions