Peveril Castle & Mam Tor in Castleton, Derbyshire

Castleton is arguably the Peak District's most stunning village and is a very popular tourist destination. There are many good walks around the area that take in the breathtaking views and there is something for everyone whether you're into walking, photography or exploring caves.

There are many locations in the area suitable for landscape photography. This picture here was taken in Cave Dale at the rear of Peveril Castle. The castle itself was built in the 11th century and named after its founder William Peveril. On the horizon is Mam Tor a hill near the village popular with walkers. Remains dating back to the bronze age lie upon the hill. The shot was taken on grassy slopes on an opposite cliff in Cave Dale. The cliffs are very steep and should be climbed with care but the results are very rewarding.

There are many places in Castleton and nearby Hope offering bed and breakfast accommodation or camping. There are also a good selection of pubs especially in Castleton offering fine food and drink. Here are a few to check out:

The Castle

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Inn

The Bull's Head

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River Ashop, Peak District

This is a photo of the River Ashop in the Peak District, England. The river flows through woodland and hills and out into Ladybower Reservoir.

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Old Glossop, Peak District

Consider this photograph. You could almost be forgiven for thinking that time had stood still. In many ways it has. This is a road in Old Glossop a beautiful small village nestled near the Peak District hills. Many of the houses date from the 18th century onwards and have kept their historical charm. In many ways it is similar to the West Yorkshire villages of Haworth and Heptonstall but without the tourists and shops.

The village became known as Old Glossop when Glossop itself expanded and the larger town is located about ten minutes away. It is also popular with walkers starting out or returning from rambles over Bleaklow and Doctors Gate. Old Glossop is a quiet gem and an excellent place to visit for a Sunday lunch whether you're taking it easy or following a long walk. The Wheatsheaf, Queens Arms and Bulls Head all provide good food and drink (see links):

The Wheatsheaf

The Bulls Head

The Queens Arms

There are many landscape photography opportunities here. Apart from this view, try the stone pathways around All Saints church. There are the quaint stone houses near the river that look idyllic in the summer and especially when the flowers are in bloom. Look out also for the unassuming cobbled paths between some of the old houses higher up the village.

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Foxglove, Peak District

This is a foxglove captured in the Snake Pass woodlands in the Peak District, England.

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Woodland Waterfall 2

Here is another view of the same waterfall taken in the Snake Pass woodland of the Peak District in England.

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Woodland Waterfall, Peak District

This waterfall picture was taken in the Snake Pass woodland in the Peak District. It's an area of outstanding beauty offering plenty of walks.

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