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Campers’ Bus Guide: Glenbrook Stop

We are incredibly lucky to have the Glenbrook bus stop just 400 meters from our main entrance, at the Bike and Boot pub. The 271/272 Peak Link runs roughly hourly right past us, making it simple to explore Castleton or Sheffield without a car. In the summer, you can also catch the open-top Peak Sightseer (Blue Route) right outside our gates for a stunning tour over to Chatsworth House and Bakewell

Live Bus Countdown: A brilliant local tool has been created to show exactly when the next bus is coming! Check this live bus tracker on your phone to see a countdown for buses heading to Castleton or Hathersage from our nearest stops.

Time Table: Heading West: To Hope & Castleton

Perfect for visiting Peveril Castle, Mam Tor, or the show-caves.

 The Rule of Thumb for going West: The bus leaves Bamford Station Turnaround and arrives at our gates exactly 3 minutes later. If your guests check the live map and see it at Bamford Station, it’s time to walk to the stop!

Time Table: Heading East: To Hathersage & Sheffield

Perfect for outdoor gear shopping in Hathersage, stepping stones, or heading into the city.

 The Rule of Thumb for going East: The bus passes our campsite exactly 3 minutes BEFORE its scheduled arrival time at Bamford Station. Tell guests to look at the Bamford Station time on the council timetable and subtract 3 minutes.

The Tourist Favourite: Stagecoach Peak Sightseer (Blue Route)

This is the open-top, hop-on, hop-off bus. It runs a massive scenic loop connecting you directly to Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Hathersage, and Castleton without having to drive or park.

• Season: Runs daily from late May to mid-September, then weekends only until October.
• Tickets: Buy directly on the Stagecoach app or from the driver. Note: The standard £2 single fare cap does not apply to this special tour bus. A day ticket is circa £14.00

Campers’ Rail Guide: Exploring the Valley

Both Bamford and Hope Stations sit on the scenic Hope Valley Line, connecting Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. Our site is located equidistant from both, we are roughly one mile from either train station and buses run from the station to within 400meters of our gates.

Quick Journey Times from Our Local Stations

• From Bamford Station:
  • ➡️ To Grindleford: 6 mins
  • ⬅️ To Hope: 4 mins | To Edale: 10 mins
• From Hope Station:
  • ➡️ To Bamford: 3 mins | To Grindleford: 9 mins
  • ⬅️ To Edale: 6 mins

The Typical Hourly Pattern (Monday – Saturday)

Buses and walking distances line up beautifully with these rough intervals.

Heading East (Towards Sheffield)

Stops locally at: Grindleford and Dore & Totley

• Leaves HOPE: Generally around 33 to 38 minutes past the hour (e.g., 09:38, 10:38)
• Leaves BAMFORD: Arrives right after at 37 to 42 minutes past the hour (e.g., 09:42, 10:42)

Heading West (Towards Manchester)

Stops locally at: Edale, Chinley, and New Mills Central

• Leaves BAMFORD: Generally around 35 to 40 minutes past the hour (e.g., 09:37, 10:37)
• Leaves HOPE: Arrives right after at 40 to 44 minutes past the hour (e.g., 09:41, 10:41)

Simplified Weekend Changes

• Saturdays: Follows the standard hourly daytime pattern above, making it perfect for walkers heading to Edale for Mam Tor or Grindleford for Padley Gorge.
• Sundays: Services can occasionally drop to every 2 hours or have slight timing shifts. We advise you  to check the National Rail App or Northern Rail live boards on Sunday mornings before setting off.

Top Tip: Take the train from Bamford or Hope straight to Edale (6–10 mins). You can hike the stunning ridges of Mam Tor or Kinder Scout and easily catch the train or the 272 bus back down the valley right to our gates!