Bamford Edge is an overhang of gritstone rock that sticks out north of the village of Bamford, Hope Valley, in the English county of Derbyshire. The first ascent of “Smoked Salmon”, which is graded as E8 7b was made by British climber Johnny Dawes. The Bamford Edge walk is for the adventurous souls that crave epic views but only want a short hike. We have compiled a list of everything you need to know about the Bamford Edge walk so that you can have a great, stress-free experience. Are you ready for incredible views over the stunning Ladybower Reservoir, Hope Valley and beyond?
Bamford Edge is in the Dark Peaks in the Peak District National Park, near the village of Bamford. It has an overhang of gritstone rock and has unmatched views over the Peaks. It is also a popular spot for climbers, and if you¢re lucky, you will see them take on the rocks whilst you are enjoying the outstanding scenery. Bamford Edge has a 420m elevation and is an excellent place to take some pictures. Do you have your camera ready? It has become busier due to its accessibility and more popularity thanks to Instagram. However, it still has fewer crowds than its neighbour Stanage Edge.
This article shares two possible routes for the Bamford Edge walk, leaving from either New Road (2-mile return) or Heatherdene Car Park (5-mile return). Therefore, you can choose the one that is right for you. It is good to know that you can also reach Bamford Edge from Bamford Village, as well as from Stanage Edge, it depends on what type of walk you want to do and what facilities you need.
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