Bamford Edge, Gritstone escarpment near Bamford, England.
The gritstone rock formation extends along a ridge reaching 400 meters above sea level, overlooking the valleys and moorlands of Peak District National Park.
The escarpment contains traces of medieval routes, including sections of the Long Causeway that served as a transportation path for goods between settlements.
Rock climbers regularly visit this location to practice on 150 different routes across the gritstone surfaces, ranging from 8 to 13 meters in height.
Visitors can park in free lay-bys along New Road, with the trail beginning over a stile and leading directly to the escarpment's ridge path.
The south-western face features a prominent overhanging rock ledge that provides unobstructed views across the entire Hope Valley landscape.
Location: Bamford
GPS coordinates: 53.36148,-1.69192
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:17
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