Mam Tor is made of rocks of Carboniferous age, approximately 320 million years old. It is a dominating link between the eastern end of Rushup Edge and the western end of the Great Ridge, which together separate the Hope Valley to the south from Edale to the north, and is a popular ridgewalk. Mam Tor is on the southern edge of the Dark Peak (sandstones) and overlooks the White Peak (limestones), including the notable dry gorge of Winnats Pass. These landslips, which are caused by unstable lower layers of shale, also give the hill its alternative name of Shivering Mountain Its name means "mother hill", so called because frequent landslips on its eastern face have resulted in a multitude of "mini-hills" beneath it. Mam Tor is a 517 m (1,696 ft) hill near Castleton in the High Peak of Derbyshire, England. It is said that coffins were taken via this route from Edale to the church in Hope for burial.The Long and Winding Road - Narrow winding road from Mam tor to Edale Derbyshire Peak District England UK GB Europe Hollins Cross marks the lowest point on the ridge between Edale and Castleton, and so became a major route between the two settlements. Walk along here, and look across Edale to your left, with the Kinder Plateau looming in the background, and the Castleton and hope below you to the right, as you head towards the first stop on the ridge tour: Hollins Cross.
Mam Tor is typically walked with the ridge that extends to the east from its summit. Located within easy reach of Castleton, and with a car park only 5 minutes from the summit, the spot is popular with people seeking an easy and quick opportunity to be on top of the world, but for those looking for a longer experience, there is plenty to fill your day out. One of the most popular destinations in the Peak District, Mam Tor provides history, legend plus a fantastic ridge walking experience, with expansive views into both the Edale and Hope valleys.
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