Let us invite you to the marvellous hill-village of Castleton in the Peak District National Park, dominated by the imposing ruins of Peveril Castle and surrounded by superb walking country. Below ground, there is a subterranean network of caverns and mines which has drawn people to the area for more than two millennia.

We will climb the peak of the “shivering mountain” Mam Tor to drink-in the astonishing views across the valley, will be guided underground to explore the unique world of caverns. And definitely settle in one of village’s old pubs, offering good food, old-fashioned charm and warm hospitality: “Muddy boots welcome”! Hurray!!!

Castleton - picture-postcard village of stone cottages
Fascinating underworld - the UK’s largest show caves, boat trips
Mam Tor the "Shivering Mountain"
Imposing ruins of Peveril Castle
Formidable limestone gorge of Winnats Pass
Unique Blue John semi-precious stone
Traditional pubs, tea rooms, craft & jewellery shops

Saturday

We start our 180 miles journey early in the morning and escape London on the board of a high speed train that will take us to Sheffield. We continue by a minibus arriving at Castleton by 11pm.
Leaving our luggage in the hostel, we don’t waste much time and head directly to the hills. Castleton is a real honeypot for hikers. The circular walk around the beautiful Hope valley climbs through the Winnats Pass to the Mam Tor summit, offering stunning views. Then it skirts a high level ridge and finally dropping down bringing us back to Castleton for a well earned bite! Dinner in the pub or DIY dinner in the hostel – choice is yours. Then just chill out or venture out with your mates for the evening to one of the local pubs.

Sunday

Once we’ve experienced the beautiful hills and dales of the Peak District, we shouldn’t forget to visit the stunning underground scenery just below our feet!
So after a hearty breakfast in the hostel, we head out to find out more.
The Peak Cavern is a spectacular cavern where later medieval tinkers and generations of rope makers made their homes (now renamed the Devil’s Arse). Only recently the UK’s largest cave was discovered here. "Titan", at 460ft, is higher than the London Eye. Other show caves in Castleton are Speedwell, famous for its subterranean boat trips and Treak Cliff, with its crystal stalagmites and stalactites.
There will be time for shopaholics to "get their dose" and to enjoy the last views from the Peveril Castle perched high above the village.

Distance & Terrain
Grade of the walk (Saturday): 6 miles, hilly

What to take with you
Here is a recommendation what to take with you: click here
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Yha Castleton Hostel***
Hostel is fully equipped (showers, self-catering kitchen with cooker and microwave, shop, restaurant, café, dining room, lounge and TV lounge, games room, drying room). Bar serving selected range of beers and wines available from 12 midday until 11pm Credit cards are accepted.
You will be accommodated in a shared comfortable room for 4 people.

Departure

Saturday 18.10., 7am (meeting time)
London St Pancras (Domestic) railway station (meeting point is next to the main ticket office, look for your guide in green T-shirt with Minty sign) Download and print out the map of our meeting here

Good tip: Check public transport on www.tfl.gov.uk, so you are not late. Please note Victoria line is closed during the weekends. We won´t wait if you are very late.

Return
19.10., 8pm, St Pancras station

Costs: £109

Includes:
• 1 night lodging in the hostel and use of all hostel’s facilities
• Full Breakfast
• Guided hike
• Local minibus transport
• Return train journey