Terror on The Tower ! - Alport Castles 15KM + Grade 1 Scrambling - Peak District National Park

Terror on The Tower ! - Alport Castles 15KM + Grade 1 Scrambling - Peak District National Park

I face my fear of heights and head to Alport Castles in the Peak District National Park. The Alport Castles are a landslip feature in the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire. At over half a mile long, it is thought to be the largest landslide in the United Kingdom. The name "castles" comes from the debris from the landslide, which has produced several gritstone mounds that tower over the valley and appear from the distance to look like castles. Viewed from a distance the largest of these, the "Tower", resembles a full-scale motte and bailey castle.

The Tower involves some scrambling to get to the top and is very exposed and isolated, it was very windy when I climbed it so I didn't manage to get on the very top rock but thought that was sensible. As I've got older, I have developed a fear of heights so this was all about challenging myself and facing my fears which I'm glad to say, I did on my own.

A stunning circular 15KM hike through the Peak District National park, taking in the sights and sounds including birds, new lambs, rolling hills and expansive views across Derbyshire. Listen to the wind in the pines, sit back and relax.

Always remember to respect the environment and leave no trace.

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