If you’re interested in learning about how the landscape around Castleton was formed, then this walk is ideal for you! No previous geography or geology knowledge required.

Level:                     Moderate

Approx. Length:  7miles/12km

Ascent:                  2,260ft/ 680m

Dates:                    29th May 2021

Why choose this Walk?

• Ideal for beginners with a moderate level of fitness and interest in geoscience and geology
• The walk will take you on a tour of the Carboniferous Limestone with extensive reef built-ups, through to the Millstone Grit, ranging from marine shales through a variety of deltaic sandstones . We’ll also get up close to the well studied landslip of Mam Tor.
• The limestones are hosts to hydrothermal mineral deposits, which contain a unique variety of fluorspar called Blue John.
• Get to smell some oil on the top of Windy Knoll.
• Several caves are open to the public in the area, which are always worth a visit if you get chance.