Peak District Grand Tour: Snake, Winnats and Cat and Fiddle
Make a full driving day around the Peak District’s headline roads: Snake Pass, Winnats Pass and the Cat and Fiddle. This is a substantial circuit with connecting roads between the celebrated moorland crossings.
Driving roads near Glossop. Nearby visits are optional. · 67 miles · 119 minutes estimated driving · Circular
Photo: @ Gareth James / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Snake Pass
The A57 provides a sustained moorland crossing between Glossop and Ladybower.
Winnats Pass
The public road climbs through the steep limestone gorge near Castleton.
Cat and Fiddle
The A537 crosses open moorland between Buxton and Macclesfield.
Before you set off
Allow a full day with breaks. Check current pass closures, camera-enforced limits and weather; this is a scenic touring route, not a speed challenge. Check current road closures, vehicle suitability and weather before travel. Driving time excludes stops and live traffic. The route follows through-roads; all visits off the line are independent optional detours.