210: Bleaklow, Torside and Near Black Clough (Peak District 2023)

PEAK DISTRICT WALK FEATURING BLEAKLOW, TORSIDE AND NEAR BLACK CLOUGH
"Bleaklow, Torside and Near Black Clough”
Filmed 2nd June 2023
Post-production completed 10th June 2023
Filmed in the Peak District in the county of Derbyshire. Locations include Bleaklow, Torside and Near Black Clough.
Written, presented, researched, directed, camera and sound, edited and music by Patrick Leach.
Special thanks to Visit Peak District and Derbyshire for their information used in my research for this film.
Click here for a map showing the route of the walk:
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"The Solitary Rambler" is my series of amateur films of my journeys in the countryside accompanied by my own musical scores, which I compose and perform on my Yamaha keyboard.
Please note that, as with all the films I make, this is not actually intended to be an extensive guide to the area. This is a mini-movie of my personal journey along the walk, in which I often share some of my own personal stories.
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[@annacollier2936]

Oh wow stunning views! You bring natures beauty into our lives. I particularly liked the filming of the win berry bushes even though they wasn't laden with berries at that time. Always reminds me of childhood when mum baked win berry pies, have you tried win berry pies Patrick? Been binge watching your videos of when you were that young handsome chap in the black leather hat and jacket! No flattering but you still are handsome! Thanks patrick for all your hard work!

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you so much Anna for all your lovely comments! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the walk in this film, it was nice to capture those wimberries along the route. I've never tried them myself, but I've seen others pick them and eat them when out walking. Many thanks again Anna and for taking the time to watch 👍

[@cathoutdoors523]

Hi Patrick what a stunning location. Beautiful views. Thanks for a great film. Have a great weekend. 😊👍

[@solitaryrambler]

It sure is stunning Cath, thanks for watching and commenting. Have a great weekend too 👍

[@cathoutdoors523]

@@solitaryrambler Thanks Patrick.

[@richardchan9595]

You didn't even break out a sweat at the end of your walk. Thank you for another fabulous video!

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Richard for all your comments and for watching 👍

[@Greatoutdoorswalks2061]

Beautiful Walk Patrick lovely views Cheers

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks again for watching 👍

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

I've never been to Bleaklow Head from Torside Patrick. It looks like a really beautiful hike and more forgiving than some other ways I've been up. The flattest is the Pennine Way from Snake Pass, but this one is definitely one I want to try. I enjoy people coming to the Peak District, but I'm glad most stick the beaten tracks and tourist bits. I like seeing fellow hikers if you know what I mean, but I've seen people hiking to Bleaklow Head in some really inappropriate gear. You just think, I'm glad it is a nice day. They really don't know how dangerous it can be up there. All you need is an iffy day, and the weather turns on a penny. But this was a beautiful hike, Patrick. Thank you for sharing.

[@solitaryrambler]

Despite the length, Near Black Clough is probably the easiest route onto Bleaklow after the Pennine Way route from Snake Pass. It's a lovely clough and I saw no-one else along that stretch. I've seen people wearing inappropriate gear too, which worries me when I see them on places like Bleaklow, even in good weather. You certainly need good walking boots to walk down Torside Clough. Glad you enjoyed this walk Chris, thanks as always for your support and for taking the time to watch 👍

[@rosemarymccarron3887]

Good morning Patrick from Ireland☘️

[@solitaryrambler]

Hello Rosemary 😊👍

[@sylviarowley6668]

Another amazing video Patrick, gorgeous weather and stunning views! Thank you. ❤️x

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you Sylvia, glad you enjoyed it. All the best 👍

[@chriskiwi2601]

What lovely landscape Patrick. Your very privileged to be able to walk in such beautiful countryside. Thanks from NZ.

[@solitaryrambler]

I feel very lucky to live where I am, thanks Chris for watching and commenting 👍

[@peterh8970]

Thanks for putting in the time to film the walk Patrick, it looks amazing! Glad you enjoyed too. All the best.

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it Peter, thanks for watching 👍

[@leonspendley2849]

Thank you for sharing your walks Patrick. Truly inspirational 😊

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it, many thanks for watching 👍

[@claireEt9055]

Thanks Patrick. What a peaceful walk in a lovely area. Really enjoyed watching it.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks for your comments Claire and for watching, glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@dellabestwick5668]

Beautiful countryside and walk, I know how you feel when the lambs bleat at you, I had one last week at Alport castles,bleating away at me all on its own, you feel helpless that you can’t do anything for them…. Bless

[@solitaryrambler]

I'm sure that lamb found some other sheep, but yes I did feel a bit sad when I saw it bleating. Glad you enjoyed the walk, thanks for watching and commenting 👍

[@brijen28lan]

Thank you for this Patrick.. Looking forward to seeing this today

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Brian and Jenny 👍

[@russ3994]

Fantastic Patrick what a wonderful walk scenery absolutely beautiful and a glorious day !!

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it Russ, thanks for watching! 👍

[@russ3994]

Cheers Patrick !👍 October now 4 weeks to go before we arrive in Bakewell for a weeks exploring we can not wait !!

[@nuinmarnuinmar5321]

What a lovely video of a lovely walk! Some of those views - goodness! Loved the evocative music as always, it really adds to the enjoyment of the walk. Thanks for sharing.

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed the walk and the music Nuinmar. Thanks for commenting and watching 👍

[@kathrynbrock1558]

Anoter fabulous walk Patrick. I’m not a lover of tunnels but did manage the Monsal Trail a few years ago. Thanks for sharing this walk.I really enjoyed it..

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it Kathryn, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 👍

[@Hewhowalks-fv5mq]

Nice walk😃

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks! 👍

[@jeanwainwright598]

Hi Patrick, Thank you again for a lovely walk, and the stunning views, and a bit windy at times, but we did enjoy it. take care regards Dave & Jean

[@solitaryrambler]

Many thanks for watching Dave and Jean and for your comments. Not quite as windy as the previous walk 👍

[@andrewmatley7688]

my neck off the woods Patrick glad you like it.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Andrew 👍

[@michaeldenham9681]

Nice to see familiar areas again. A regular walk many years ago was up Near Back Clough, then along the top to Bleaklow Stones, and down by Far Black Clough. There is no path up Middle Black Clough, but I did that once and found aircraft wreckage scattered in a line over about a mile. It must have hit the ground and gradually broken up over a distance. You had a fine day for your walk, and I agree, Torside Clough is a delight - in either direction. Many thanks.

[@solitaryrambler]

I've heard that there are other parts on Bleaklow with aircraft crash wreckage, but have not reached those spots myself as yet. I think the walk up Near Black Clough is fantastic, saw no-one at all on that stretch. The weather was sure on my side when I filmed this and, although a tough section, Torside Clough was just amazing. Thanks Michael for watching and commenting 👍

[@Royalawg]

A wonderful walk with fabulous views. Thank you for sharing and have a great weekend ! 🤩

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Angus, have a great weekend too 👍

[@Royalawg]

😍 @@solitaryrambler

[@davidgill1197]

I really enjoy your walks and videos. A massive thank you for what you do..

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you like them David, many thanks for your kind words and for watching 👍

[@simonpartington8694]

Hi Patrick. I moved to South Wales a couple of years ago from Manchester and the one thing I badly miss is the Peak District, especially the Dark Peak. So thanks for a wonderful reminder of my favourite part of the world 👍🏻

[@solitaryrambler]

Morning Simon, I actually grew up in South Wales (Chepstow), and in later years moved from Bristol to the Peak District. Glad you enjoyed this, thanks for watching 👍

[@virginialomas7414]

Great video Patrick also like your music well done mate

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you Virginia 👍

[@andrewdavis9223]

Not a place to get lost on nice walk as usual 😊

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks! 👍

[@stephmcghie8732]

Thankyou Patrick for another lovely walk, I could never get bored with such beautiful scenery, you could just literally walk for miles 😊 have a nice weekend.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks as always Steph for watching and commenting, glad you enjoyed it. Have a nice weekend too 👍

[@russ3994]

Footage absolutely spot on Patrick !!

[@endurance-adventures]

Another great walk, I walked this stretch of the Pennine Way in rain and clag so it was good to see the views finally!

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Steph, yes I picked a good clear day for this walk. Thanks for watching 👍

[@heatonreddishwalkers]

Love watching your walks and your style is very easy to enjoy. Phil.

[@solitaryrambler]

Many thanks for your kind words Phil and for taking the time to watch, much appreciated 👍

[@ericgeorge5483]

Wow, I loved that. Sat here at my PC with a pint can of Hobgoblin Gold. No better way to spend a Saturday evening than a Beer, and one of your vids. Thanks for your effort. Brilliant.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks for the kind comments Eric. I love a pint of Hobgoblin Gold myself, I approve. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

[@mickbutler9407]

Great video again Patrick and scenery was fantastic

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Mick👍

[@shaunmckenna1923]

Hello Patrick , beautiful walk and only a few sheep dotted around great wide open spaces , I am sure after that 10 miles you were ready for some pub grub that was a long pull up that path. Thanks Patrick.

[@solitaryrambler]

Cheers Shaun. I stopped at the chippy in Hadfield on the way back! 😂 Glad you enjoyed the walk, thanks for watching 👍

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Wow, awesome scenery. Outstanding video.

[@solitaryrambler]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks again 👍

[@allanspeight5968]

Thank you for the video you now have new followers . Great thank you

[@solitaryrambler]

Awesome, thank you for following and for watching! 👍😀

[@WC21UKProductionsLtd]

Thank you - your videos are compelling me to revisit the Dark Peak - it’s been too long.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

[@CountrysideWalking]

I have led a walk in Longdendale valley so Im familiar with the area. You did a good mileage on this walk Patrick. Good job early start. Some stunning views in your film. Beautiful to watch especially on sunny day. Very pleasant music arrangement much enjoyed listening to it. Enjoyed so much sharing on my FB page.

[@solitaryrambler]

Good to know you're familiar with this area Shanita. One of the longer walks I've filmed, but that's the reason I chose to do this on a good weather day in the middle of summer, so that I knew I had plenty of time and daylight. Thank you as always for your kind words about the music, I'm pleased you enjoyed listening to it. I've just found the link to my video on your Facebook page too, so thank you very much for sharing that Shanita, it is very much appreciated. All the best 👍

[@CountrysideWalking]

@@solitaryrambler No problems Patrick. Its a pleasure🙂

[@MrSteveMG]

Really nice to see the outer edges of the Peak District Patrick. When ever we get to visit it's usualy restricted a to a week at max and so we only ever get to do the 'usual' must have central locations. We could actually drive from home (Leeds) to carry out this walk as it's probably a similar hours drive there for us too. :o)

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks for watching and commenting Steve. Yes it's a lovely walk and worth the journey for you to try it out. All the best 👍

[@kellyshaw7271]

Wow, you sure put a shift in with that walk. That really was a full days work and well over ten miles. It's like you are on a different planet at times up there. The scenery and fauna changes so much but what colours. Nice to see you in the cap instead of your hat. When it's windy up there, it sure is windy. I would have felt the same about the lamb but what can you do? Most likely it will have been reunited with its mother later. Your cinematography on the landscape is excellent. So beautiful to see. I was a bit livid to see the famous oak tree at Hadrians Wall get chopped down. Some people have no respect for the countryside. As always, I really enjoyed it and twenty minutes felt like five when watching. Cheers Patrick and thank you 😊

[@solitaryrambler]

Yes I was very conscious of the mileage for this walk, so I put the pace on along the Longdendale Trail with little filming before turning off to climb up Near Back Clough. This was the reason I filmed it (and other recent bleak walks) on a good weather day during the summer, to give me lots of daylight to get the walk captured should it be a longer day than normal. I felt really sad about that lamb, but I hoped that it would have united with other sheep later that day. Glad you like the cinematography, I do try to capture each shot in the most interesting way I can. I too was livid about Sycamore Gap, just unbelievable. Thanks as always Kelly for all your comments and for watching 👍

[@alisonmoxon7519]

Great vid patrick.. a long day for you.. some yrs ago we parked at Torside on our harley.. looking across to the reservoir and that rd.. very nice i think we'd been to Holmfirth.. anyway thanks for sharing the walking side.. we not walkers nor am i pillion anymore but still got the steed.. lv Ali x

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you Ali. I saved this walk for a good summer day so that I had plenty of daylight as I knew it might be a long day. It's a nice view at Torside as you know. Thanks Ali as always for watching and for your kind comments 👍

[@nickcooper1260]

Your videos are so good, they seem to be over in a couple of minutes.

[@solitaryrambler]

That's kind of you to say, many thanks for that 👍

[@shanedallastaylor570]

Well thanks Patrick for another delightful video.the scenery was amazing,I think the red flag means danger,but not sure.hope you have a fantastic weekend. cannot wait for another fantastic video.👍👍❌

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Shane for watching, glad you enjoyed this. It was very small red flag on the path, so it was a bit strange really. Anyway thanks again and all the best 👍

[@michaelmcdaid5838]

This was quality... as normal.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks Michael 👍

[@trevor4382]

Hi great walk. Any cows on route

[@solitaryrambler]

Thanks 👍

[@Elfwald]

Another good one, as usual. Are you doing the Pennine Way in a series of circular walks or is it just coincidence the last few films have been heading north along the PW? PS Think the red flag will be a route marker for a fell race that was missed when the race sweepers collected them.

[@solitaryrambler]

Thank you. It's just a coincidence. Thanks for the info about the red flag, that would seem the probable reason 👍

[@stevenpason3758]

Once more, a nice walk. 10 mile plus 3, what is your longest, 7 total hours, how long is you recovery time? Poor little sheep, have lost their way, ba,ba,ba, it was a sung on ,it ain't half hot mum

[@solitaryrambler]

I've done longer walks, but I try not to do walks that are too long when I'm spending a day filming one. Longest I've filmed was about 12 miles. Thanks for watching 👍