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Pontypool Group

We are the Pontypool Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

Leaving the car park by the Visitor Centre & Toilets in Castleton we head West out of town along footpaths passing Speedwell, Treak Cliff & Blue John Caverns. Ascending to Windy Knoll through fields before climbing to the top of Mam Tor (517m) on a flagstone path/steps. Following the ridge to Hollins Cross, we should have (on a clear day) amazing panoramic views over the Edale & Hope Valleys. Continuing along the ridge until we reach Brockett Booth Plantation where we walk through the wood to then contour around Losehill. We then descend footpaths through fields towards Castleton Youth Hostel (Losehill Hall) and follow footpaths & lanes back to the centre of Castleton, where there are many places for refreshments.

Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.6km / 7.8mi
Ascent:
411.5m / 1350ft
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message the Walk Leader, Graeme C. (07751 754652) to book places on this walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 14914 83023
Nearest postcode:
S33 8WN
what3words:
lotteries.speak.stylist
Start time:
10:00 am

Castleton Visitor Centre Car Park (Fee £6.80)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking