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Lose Hill Summit – Mam Tor loop from Castleton

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Lose Hill Summit – Mam Tor loop from Castleton

Moderate

4.9

(265)

2,138

hikers

Lose Hill Summit – Mam Tor loop from Castleton

03:42

11.9km

430m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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Start point

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2.60 km

Lose Hill Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lose Hill is situated at the end of Great Ridge and provides breathtaking views over Mam Tor, as well as the Hope and Edale valleys. Despite its proximity to Mam …

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3.48 km

Back Tor (Great Ridge)

Highlight • Summit

This ridge is very wide in comparison to the famous ridges across the UK, just beware on a gusty day if heading up the west to east on Back Tor …

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3.71 km

Back Tor Ascent

Highlight • Climb

If you are a confident scrambler, I suggest taking the slightly unorthodox route up Back Tor to add a bit of variety. To the left of the main track and …

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4.25 km

Barker Bank

Peak

4.58 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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4.96 km

Great Ridge Path to Mam Tor

Highlight • Trail

Always great to get a photo at the summit and the views from this summit are spectacular. A photograph at sunrise or sunset would be perfect

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5.91 km

Mam Tor

Highlight • Summit

Mam Tor is a breathtaking summit with enchanting views over the Peak District. In clear conditions, the views stretch all the way to Manchester. There are so many options when …

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5.94 km

View from Mam Tor

Highlight • Natural Monument

Absolutely the best views from the top of Mam Tor. If you want to enjoy some peace and quiet, go early!! Mam Tor gets very busy and virtually overrun with …

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9.95 km

Castleton

Highlight • Settlement

Lying in the lee of mysterious Mam Tor, Castleton is one of the most beautifully-situated villages in the White Peak. With cafes, tearooms, pubs, restaurants, a visitor centre, and lots …

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11.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.18 km

4.95 km

1.16 km

262 m

237 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.55 km

1.61 km

1.58 km

1.54 km

1.36 km

1.22 km

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

14°C

9°C

75 %

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Lose Hill Summit – Mam Tor loop from Castleton

Lose Hill Summit

Back Tor (Great Ridge)

Back Tor Ascent

Hollins Cross

Great Ridge Path to Mam Tor

Mam Tor

View from Mam Tor

Castleton

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