The stunning Peak District
There are hundreds of amazing places to visit all across the Peaks. Castleton couldn't be better placed as a base to explore every single one.
Mam Tor and the Great Ridge can be seen from the rear garden. Peveril Castle and the Peak Cavern from the front of the property.
We will continuosly update this page with places, walks and recommendations.
All of the photos throughout the website have been taken by us. Scroll through the gallery by clicking on the images for locations and comments.
There's a number of stopping points to admire the view. The only question is, do you walk back down Winnats or continue to Mam Tor!?
Winnats Pass view point
Dragging our uncle Karl up Cavedale with views of Peveril Castle. Its an absolute must and only a few minutes from Buttercup
Cavedale Walk Castleton
Looking towards Winnats and Mamtor this spot is literally 5 minutes walk from Buttercup. We do this circular every morning.
Castleton views from Buttercup
So lucky with the timing of this photo taken near Dunscar Farm towards Odin's Mine. Beautiful circular walks around Castleton.
Lambing season in Castleton
Stopping for a 5 minute sit down overlooking Castleton around the back of Peveril Castle having walked up Cavedale, an absolute must!
Buddy looking over Castleton
Has to be our favourite walk. A few minutes from the doorstep head over the to the war memorial and turn right.
Cavedale, a few mins walk from Buttercup
Walking from Dunscar Farm around the back of Castleton this walk brings you out to the s-bend in the village.
Circular walk behind Castleton
Buddy and Mark do this walk almost every morning. Circle back down to Buttercup, takes 35 minutes at a fast pace.
Top of Cavedale, turn right
If you see this tree between Cavedale and Winnats Pass you're on the right path! One of personal favourite photos
Winter stunning scenery
Walking right out of the cottage you will walk along the foot for the ridge. Stunning hill and farm views, you can walk towards Winnats.
5 minutes from Buttercup Cottage
Descending Loose Hill behind Hope the sunset was stunning. We had walked the whole ridge that day and stopped in the The Old Hall in Hope.
Hope Valley walk
Walking up to Mam Tor on a sunny winters day, Buddy carried that stick 6 miles!
Syd sat on the summit of Mam Tor
We took a 4 month old Bobby, Ed's son for a hike across Edale, just 10 minutes from Buttercup. Park in the village walk up and turn right.
Edale walk with the gang
This walk is quieter than most and you start from the front door turning right up Goosehill or climbing up the ridge via Cavedale.
Winnats Pass near Buttercup Cottage
Has to be our favourite pub garden only 4 mins walk from Buttercup. Views of Mam Tor and Peveril Castle can be enjoyed over a pint... or 2!
The Castle Pub | Castleton
A few minutes walk is Peak Cavern, well worth a visit and particularly when bands are playing! We love to walk up to it when its dark.
The Devil's Arse Castleton
Buddy in his element climbing/posing over a drystone wall between Buttercup and Winnats Pass
Buddy's winter walk pose
Breath taking views looking back at Castleton from Winnat Pass a stunning walk from the cottage door step!
Sunset over Castleton
Thanks to our guest Sophia who sent us this photo near Baslow Edge. They parked at Curbar Gap Car Park S32 3YR approx 25 mins from Buttercup
Highland Cows Baslow Edge
Truly stunning in winter Castleton is a magical time. The village puts on a Xmas light parade and we decorate the cottage.
Snowy stays at Buttercup
Once you have walked up Cavedale you can walk across the ridge towards Winnats Pass. Around 45-1hrs walk from the cottage.
Stunning view over Winnats Pass
A stunning natural cave about 45 mins drive from Castleton. Absolutely amazing to thing this was created millions of years ago by water.
Thors Cave Peak District
Just below the hill and behind the Castle you can spot the cottage. Stunning views across the ridge and across to Mam Tor.
Views over Castleton
It was too cold even for Buddy to jump in.
Reservoir near Buxton
About 20 mins drive on the other side of Hathersage this Lord of the Rings'esq wood is stunning. There's a bridge across towards the bottom
Padley Gorge is a must
Chatsworth House offers amazing circular walks. We prefer to park on the right after the cattle grid and walk past the garden centre.
Chatsworth House Peak District
Scaling the dragons back is stunning, this was taken in January, slightly muddy, windy and cold. We earned the pub visit afterwards!
Top of the peaks, Dragons Back
Here the gang went on a walk around forests and streams near Buxton. Offers a completely different feel to the rest of the Peaks.
Forest walks near Buxton
Simply walking the main road away from Castleton towards Winnats. There are paths to the left and right that circle back to Buttercup.
Road to Winnats in Castleton
An absolute must for curry fans. They deliver but also bring your own wine/beers in-house. Make sure to go for the Chef's specials.
The Curry Cabin in Hope
On the other side of Ladybower reservoir is the famous Snake's Pass about 15 mins drive from Buttercup. There's lots of laybys to park up.
Views over Snake's Pass
Worth a visit but can become crowded, perhaps a midweek visit is best. Stunning walk down the river, approx 45 minute drive.
Dovedale stepping stones
Overlooking the Edale valley from the rear of Mam Tor. It offers stunning views of the valley and also a great widning drive.
5 mins drive to Mam Tor
Approximately 20 mins drive is Monsal Head. Its a stunning view over the valley and to the viaduct which was once a railway but now a trail.
Monsal Head views
Here Alex is struggling slightly to descend the highest peak of Dragons Back. The area is stunning and you don't have to scale the peaks.
Chrome Hill / Dragons Back
Approx. 30 mins drive from Buttercup is Dragons back, named as the 3 peaks line up perfectly like a dragon. Buddy does like a view
Dragon's Back / Chrome Hill