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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Route: A clockwise walk round the edge of the Kinder Scout plateau, with splendid views (weather permitting). Ascending by Grindsbrook and descending The Nab, the route passes Pym Chair, Edale Rocks, Kinder Downfall, Fairbrook Naze, Blackden everything, and Madwoman's Stones. Many of the paths are rough, and some might be considered exposed.

Bring plenty of lunch and drinks.

Contact on the day: Tony 07505 841834

Wednesday, 10 September 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
25.7km / 16.0mi
Ascent:
518.2m / 1700ft
Type:
circular

PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only. You do not need to book a place on this walk. Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 12399 85351
Nearest postcode:
S33 7ZQ
what3words:
linguists.volume.punchy
Start time:
9:30 am

Edale Car Park, which has toilets Parking charge £6.80 (coin, tap card or phone if you have a signal. Some don't)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking