Win Hill: The best view in the Peak District?

There are lots of fantastic 360 degree views to be had in the Peak District, but one of the best has to be from the top of Win Hill near Bamford. Its summit is 1,516 ft above sea level so a bit of a climb is required but there are several routes up – some harder than others!

The ascent from the Yorkshire Bridge is probably the shortest, but also the steepest, or you can wind your way up in a more gentle fashion from Hope. Once on the top you can see over the Derwent Reservoir to Derwent Edge or over the Great Ridge to Mam Tor and Kinder Scout beyond to name just a couple of sights. It’s a great walk all year round but is particularly lovely when the heather is out in August and also during the Autumn when the leaves are turning. And if you are lucky enough to be up there on a clear, frosty winter’s day, it is truly spectacular.