{"id":127962,"date":"2019-06-20T15:50:49","date_gmt":"2019-06-20T14:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amateurphotographer.co.uk\/?p=127962"},"modified":"2019-06-20T15:50:49","modified_gmt":"2019-06-20T14:50:49","slug":"location-guide-ringer-roger-peak-district","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/other.kelsey.host\/amateurphotographer\/technique\/location-guide-ringer-roger-peak-district\/","title":{"rendered":"Location guide: Ringer Roger in the Peak District"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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This location is best photographed in the morning, so prepare for sunrise. Fujifilm X-T2, 10-24mm, 1\/30sec at f\/8, ISO 200. Credit: Dave Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n

You don’t have to walk far from the picturesque village of Edale before the path climbs steeply up the southern flank of Kinder Scout (the only peak with mountain status in the whole of the national park). Easy to follow, the rocky trail zigzags across the contours and after a brisk 45- to 50-minute walk you eventually arrive at the recognisable pillars.<\/p>\n

The rocky escarpment offers a variety of compositions where you won\u2019t be short of options of foreground interest. This is a location where, if you\u2019re lucky with the light, you can let the shadows work for you. This will really help you to emphasise the rugged nooks and crannies carved by the elements.<\/p>\n

Looking further afield (and below), the valley of Edale with its church spire, scattering of farm buildings and fields with criss-cross drystone walls can make a wonderful background or standalone image if you\u2019re using a longer lens.<\/p>\n

This location faces south but has views to the east and west, allowing you to shoot towards or away from the sun to suit your personal preference. This is a morning location and ideal for sunrise so long as you\u2019re prepared to start your walk in the dark.<\/p>\n

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Make sure you take in the views from all angles, towards and away from the sun. Fujifilm X-T2, 10-24mm, 1\/125sec at f\/7.1, ISO 400. Credit: Dave Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n

Shooting advice<\/h2>\n

When to go<\/h2>\n

While the Derbyshire Peak District is a great location for all seasons, I tend to favour the winter months here when the sun is low and casts long, deep shadows. Frosty mornings or even a sprinkling of snow add a touch of magic, although extra care is also needed to access it. Early summer sees a scattering of cotton grass, and late August brings the colourful purple heathers that completely change the look of the Peak District National Park.<\/p>\n

Food and lodging<\/h2>\n

There are a couple of public houses with rooms to let within the village of Edale itself: The Old Nags Head and The Rambler Inn, for example. There\u2019s a campsite as well, if that\u2019s more your type of thing. The Penny Pot Cafe offers lovely homemade cakes and hot drinks as a perfect treat after all that walking.<\/p>\n

Word of warning<\/h2>\n

It is pretty exposed on Kinder Scout and it is not unusual for the weather to quickly take a turn for the worse. So it\u2019s very important to prepare for the elements. Make sure you have enough warm clothing in the winter \u2013 think layers \u2013 and of course plenty of sun cream for the spring and summer months. More importantly, always carry water bottles or a ask to keep hydrated, and snacks for energy.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Shadows will help emphasise the rugged nooks and crannies. Fujifilm X-T2, 10-24mm, 1\/8sec at f\/11, ISO 200. Credit: Dave Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n

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Kit list<\/h2>\n