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Area Sunday Strenuous Walk. Distances are generally over 10 miles
In our summer programme of walks in 2023 the Area is visiting 8 of the 9 highest peaks in the Peak District over 3 different walks. This, the second walk, takes in Kinder Low (636m), Grindslow Knoll (601m), Brown Knoll (569m) and Lord's Seat (550m), the 1st, 4th, 6th & 9th highest. There is a steep climb early in the walk, after that height is maintained with only a couple more short ascents but the terrain over Kinder Plateau can be challenging, especially in poor weather, as the boggy top is crossed. The descent into Edale is steep but offers the last of many fine views that should be enjoyed throughout the walk.
Circular Walk, No Booking Required
Leader - Mary Carr (07940 205855)
Distance - 13 miles Change - 11.5 miles
Meeting Place & Time - 9.20 for the 9.31 train from Manchester Piccadilly Station
Start of Walk - @ Edale Train Station after the arrival of the 9.31 train from Manchester Piccadilly Station due 10.17
Note - It is advisable to check on the website https://www.thetrainline.com or Transport for Greater Manchester (tfgm.com) for the departure time of the train as last minute changes might occur.
Train Ticket - Edale Return
Car Parking - Available near Edale Station
Walk Route - Hardenclough Farm, Lord's Seat, Brown Knoll, Edale Cross, Kinder Low, Kinder Downfall, Kinder Gates, Grindslow Knoll Route change - in view of the amount of rain in the last week we will now avoid crossing Kinder Plateau, so after Kinder Low we omit Kinder Downfall and Gates, instead going via Pym Chair and Crowden Tower to Grindslow Knoll.
Expected time back in Edale - no later than 5.00 pm
Walking boots and clothes (waterproof anorak in wet weather conditions) are essential. To bring lunch and non alcoholic drinks.
