Peak District walk: Edale Skyline challenge (20 miles)

This is one of the most beautiful and popular circular walks in the Peak District. It’s a challenging route that offers truly rewarding views. During the day, we’ll be walking along the main ridges of the Hope Valley, experiencing breathtaking vistas.

📍 Meeting Location & Time

• Meeting Location: St Peter's Church, 2 Castleton Rd, Hope, S33 6RD (just in front of Edale Rd)
• Meeting Time: 9:00 AM
• Start Time: 9:05 AM

🥾 Walk Overview

• Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
• Elevation Gain: ~3,000 ft (900 mt)
• Duration: ~10 hours
• Difficulty: Hard
• Route Type: Circular

🚶 Pace & Fitness Requirements
This is a challenging walk intended for those in good physical condition. Please note that the group may not be able to wait for significantly slower walkers, so it’s important to be prepared.

While you’re welcome to walk at your own pace, be aware that the route may take longer than expected if walking slower than average. If you find the walk too difficult, there are several shortcuts available to help you complete the route. However, if you choose to take a shortcut, you’ll need to navigate independently, as the group leader will continue with the planned full route.

⛰️ Route Highlights

• Win Hill (462 mt)
• Hope Cross
• Crookstone Hill
• Ringing Roger
• Nether Tor
• Upper Tor (604 mt)
• The 'Fist' Rock
• Grindslow Knoll
• Crowden Tower
• The Woolpacks
• Kinder Low (633 mt)
• Edale Rocks
• Swine's Back (596 mt)
• Brown Knoll (569 mt)
• Lord's Seat (552 mt)
• Mam Tor (517 mt)
• Hollins Cross
• Back Tor (438 mt)
• Lose Hill (476 mt)

📲 Route Links

• View Route on Komoot
• Download GPX file

🚆 Public Transport

• direct trains from/to Sheffield
• direct trains from/to Manchester

🌦️ Weather & Clothing
The weather on the hills can be highly variable, windy, and cold— even during the summer months.
Please wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good grip to handle muddy and slippery terrain. Avoid flat trainers or jeans.
Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions:

• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Insulating mid-layers
• Waterproof outer layers

If it's sunny, don’t forget sun protection such as sunscreen and sunglasses.
Useful links for weather forecasts:

• Kinder Low @ Met Office
• Kinder Scout @ Mountain Forecast
• Edale @ BBC Weather

🎒 What to Bring

• Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip (no flat trainers)
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (avoid jeans)
• Sufficient food and water for the entire day
• Waterproof jacket and warm layers
• Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses)
• A comfortable backpack
• Optional: hiking poles, hat, torch (or headlamp), camera, power bank, phone (or watch) with the route downloaded

🐶 Dogs
Fit and friendly dogs are welcome! Please keep them on a lead near livestock.

📢 Notes
This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if weather conditions are unsafe. Updates will be emailed to you.

💰 Cost
The walk is free and organised informally by volunteers.

⛑️ Disclaimer
You are fully responsible for your own safety, health, fitness, and equipment. The group has no insurance — by RSVPing, you agree to these terms.

📬 Questions?
Feel free to email the organiser.