Edale General Store

Food shops in the Edale, Hope Valley.

Edale General Store: The Heart of the Village

In the centre of Edale, surrounded by green hills and gritstone paths, you’ll find Edale General Store—a small but vital part of daily life in the valley. Warm, welcoming and well-stocked, the shop has been run for the last few years by Alec, who has made it his mission to serve the community he loves.

Alec took the reins in late 2022 after the store had been brought back to life during the pandemic. With quiet dedication, a friendly smile, and a deep appreciation for Edale and its people, he’s become a familiar and welcome face to locals and visitors alike. Whether you're after a bottle of milk, a packed lunch for the hills, or a last-minute bag of flour, chances are Alec’s already got it on the shelves—or is about to.

A Shop That Serves Everyone

Edale General Store offers a thoughtfully curated range of everyday essentials, snacks, fresh bread, local produce, gifts, and walking supplies. There’s even the odd surprise: a handmade card, a tin of curry sauce, or a bar of Kendal Mint Cake you didn’t know you needed. What matters most is that it serves the needs of the village—whether you’ve lived here for years or just arrived off the train with muddy boots and no snacks.

Thanks to Alec’s attentive approach, the store reflects the rhythm of village life. Stock shifts with the seasons and the weather. One week it’s cold drinks for walkers, the next it’s firelighters and tinned soup. Need a recommendation for a route, a rest stop, or the best sausage roll? Just ask.

A Story of Renewal

The shop’s story isn’t without its challenges. After being closed for several years, it was brought back into use during the COVID-19 pandemic by two former residents who modernised the space, restocked it with care and ran it through lockdowns to help keep the community connected and supplied. When they stepped away in 2022, Alec stepped in.

Since then, he’s quietly built on that work—keeping the store stocked, open and relevant, all while bringing his own character and warmth to the counter. Under Alec’s stewardship, Edale General Store has become more than just a place to shop. It’s where the news is swapped, the weather is discussed and visitors often find their first taste of the village’s unique charm.

Part of Edale, Always

While Edale General Store has embraced a few modern touches—card payments, social media updates, the odd meme in the window—it still feels comfortingly timeless. The shop reflects the best of village life: honest, helpful, and quietly essential.

Whether you're a walker passing through, a camper in need of supplies, or a local popping in for a pint of milk and a catch-up, the shop is open, stocked, and ready. And behind the counter, you’ll likely find Alec—greeting you with a grin and asking how your day’s going.