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Peak District's Three Best Walks Start Right on Sheffield's Doorstep

The Longshaw Estate and Padley Gorge walk starts and ends in the National Trust's Longshaw Estate, offering open Peak District moorland views before entering the ancient oak woodland of Padley Gorge.

By Sheffield Things-to-do Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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The Longshaw Estate and Padley Gorge walk starts and ends in the National Trust's Longshaw Estate. The route offers open Peak District moorland views before entering the ancient oak woodland of Padley Gorge, with a tearoom at the start and end of the walk and a cafe roughly halfway round.

Padley Gorge

The Higger Tor, Burbage Edge and Padley Gorge circular is about 10.1km and takes on average around 3 hours 11 minutes. Parking for the circular is available at Surprise View car park. These gritstone edges and moorland routes lie a short distance from Sheffield city centre.

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These gritstone edges and moorland routes lie a short distance from Sheffield city centre. The Higger Tor, Burbage Edge and Padley Gorge circular is about 10.1km and takes on average around 3 hours 11 minutes, with parking at Surprise View car park.

Walkers can begin at the Longshaw Estate car park area and follow the marked paths through the moorland before descending into the gorge woodland. The tearoom provides refreshments at both ends, while the midway cafe offers a convenient stop on the route. The 10.1km distance suits those seeking a half-day outing without venturing far from the city.

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