Peak District · base 1: Castleton, Edale and the Hope Valley
1C Kinder Scout circular
Circular, from Edale station (grid ref SK124856).
12.2 kmon our map
607 m+of climbing, at least
4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutesChallenging
Load it into a walking app or GPS. It is the same line as the map in the book.
The ground
Paths are generally good but rugged, with some challenging steep ascents and descents. The Trust says a good fitness level and hill-walking clothing and footwear are essential.
Official figure: 7.5 miles (12 km), 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes (National Trust). Source: nationaltrust.org.uk. Things change: check the updates page and the signs on the day.
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