Festival of Archaeology Walk: Hillforts and Barrows
A moderate guided walk exploring some of the Peak Districts’ most spectacular archaeological sites including Lord's Seat and Mam Tor Iron Age Hillfort.
This moderate guided walk explores some of the Peak Districts’ most spectacular archaeological sites. Beginning in Edale, the walk ascends the historic Chapel Gate path onto Rushup Edge, where it tracks East onto Mam Tor and the Great Ridge before descending back into Edale.
Our Walk Leaders will pause at Lords Seat, an ancient Bronze Age burial site, and Mam Tor Iron Age Hillfort to discuss their history and the essential restoration work currently underway to protect their important earthworks.
The walk is approximately 6.5 miles and includes a steep ascent, steps, and follows an uneven footpath. Dogs on leads are welcome but there may be some stiles.
Please note:
- Please meet at the Penny Pot Café by Edale railway station.
- Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
- Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
- This is a moderately challenging 6.5 mile and includes a steep ascent, steps, and follows an uneven footpath.
- Dogs on leads are welcome but there may be some stiles.
- Older accompanied children are welcome.
- Please arrive by 09:50 to leave promptly at 10:00.
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A moderate guided walk exploring some of the Peak Districts’ most spectacular archaeological sites including Lord's Seat and Mam Tor Iron Age Hillfort.
This moderate guided walk explores some of the Peak Districts’ most spectacular archaeological sites. Beginning in Edale, the walk ascends the historic Chapel Gate path onto Rushup Edge, where it tracks East onto Mam Tor and the Great Ridge before descending back into Edale.
Our Walk Leaders will pause at Lords Seat, an ancient Bronze Age burial site, and Mam Tor Iron Age Hillfort to discuss their history and the essential restoration work currently underway to protect their important earthworks.
The walk is approximately 6.5 miles and includes a steep ascent, steps, and follows an uneven footpath. Dogs on leads are welcome but there may be some stiles.
Please note:
- Please meet at the Penny Pot Café by Edale railway station.
- Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
- Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
- This is a moderately challenging 6.5 mile and includes a steep ascent, steps, and follows an uneven footpath.
- Dogs on leads are welcome but there may be some stiles.
- Older accompanied children are welcome.
- Please arrive by 09:50 to leave promptly at 10:00.
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