Redmires Reservoir, Stanage Edge and Hallam Moors Circular

This is a 9.3-mile (15 km) circular walk from the Upper Redmires access, climbing over Hallam Moor to Stanage Pole, running north along Stanage Edge to High Neb, then looping back through Moscar Heights, Hollow Meadows and the moor above Redmires. Allow four to five hours. It is a good choice when you want the Peak District in one outing: reservoir, gritstone edge, open moor and a little local history, not a short reservoir stroll.

The route mixes reservoir-side tracks, bridleways, rough moorland paths, grassy fields, stiles, gates and minor roads. You cross the A57 near Moscar Lodge, then climb through Moscar Heights and Hollow Meadows before returning across Hallam Moors. Head Stone is a worthwhile short detour to three stacked gritstone outcrops. The return is quieter and less obvious than the famous ridge. After rain, the moor can be muddy and boggy, with short steep gradients and plenty of uneven ground. Stanage Edge itself has no formal surfaced paths and the final approach can involve a short scramble.

Start at Redmires Plantation Car Park on the north-west edge of Upper Redmires Reservoir. It is a small public car park; roadside parking along Redmires Road is also noted, but do not block the road, verges or farm access. There are no public toilets or permanent food facilities at the start, so plan food separately in Hathersage or on your drive back. Dogs are allowed, but keep them on a short lead on the Stanage estate and follow the two-metre fixed-lead rule on Open Access land from 1 March to 31 July, as well as any livestock or wildlife signage. If you want the views without the long return, choose a shorter Stanage Edge walk from the same area instead.