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High Peak Group

We are the New Mills 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

Please contact the leader to join the walk, this helps the leader and provides your contact details in case of late change. If then you are unable to attend, please cancel with leader (phone or text) so they are not waiting for you. Thank you. 

Description:  A moderate grade winter walk with high point of  Cracken Edge avoiding mud where possible. 

Note: To book on the walk contact the leader preferably by text, otherwise by telephone or email.

Sunday, 1 February 2026
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
393.5m / 1291ft
Type:
circular

It is good practice to bring a head torch, extra layers, warm drink and spare food etc

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 03593 86952
Nearest postcode:
SK22 2PB
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Start time:
9:45 am

Meet & start at Hayfield Bus Station. Parking at Hayfield pay & display public car park or contact leader

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