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Bamford Edge

Bamford, East Midlands

A gritstone overhang above Bamford with an unusually good view of the whole Hope Valley.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
75 min

Bamford Edge sticks out above the village of Bamford in the Hope Valley. Several paths cross the top and, on a clear day, you can see almost the whole of the valley, with Ladybower Reservoir and the hills of the Dark Peak behind. It is a lot quieter than Stanage, which runs on the other side of the valley, and works as a quick sunset stop.

Good to know

  • Parking near the foot of the lane is limited, so go early
  • Paths come out at New Road opposite the Yorkshire Bridge pub
  • Great for sunset
Best time
Sunset
Open
All year
Getting there
Short, steepish walk up from the lane above Bamford
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

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