Bamford Edge

Head to Bamford Edge for awe-inspiring views of the Dark Peak. This vantage point looks out over the Hope Valley and Ladybower Reservoir and is a stunning spot for watching the sunset. It gets busier than Blackpool on a sunny day so go on a weekday, or in the evening, or in rain, to soak up the beauty without the crowds.

There is an (often full) car park at Heatherdene or you can try to find a space on New Road. If you’re travelling by train from Manchester, take the Hope Valley line from Piccadilly Station to Bamford. To get to the edge, you’ll probably walk up The Clough, one of the steepest roads in Britain. The views and photo ops at the top will make up for it, we promise. The edge itself is a much-loved location for the classic “standing on a rock” Instagram shot.