Bamford Edge & Kinder Scout Double

Name: Bamford Edge & Kinder Scout Double
Start: 2025-02-08T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-09T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Edale, Peak District

Schedule

Sat, 08 Feb, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sun, 09 Feb, 2025 at 05:00 pm

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Location

Edale, Peak District | Hull End, EN

The Dark Peak's Most Iconic Walks
The Edale Skyline is the Ultimate Peak District vantage point. Admire the beautiful Edale Valley, while traversing some of the Peak District's most beautiful terrain on Kinder Scout.
Then spend a second day exploring the iconic ridge of Bamford Edge and climb Win Hill towering above with stunning views of Ladybower Reservoir. We finish by passing the impressive Derwent Dam and the captivating giant plug holes.

SATURDAY: Kinder Scout
From Edale in the beautiful Hope Valley, we take on a tough climb to reach the plateau of Kinder Scout, famed for the historic mass trespass that lead the way to today's public rights of way and access to so many beautiful parts of the UK.
On the way we pass some of the most interesting rock formations you will ever see and descend via Jacob's Ladder, accompanied by stunning views all the way!
We make our descent via Jacob's ladder, before heading back to finish back in Edale.

SUNDAY: Ladybower, Bamford Edge & Win Hill
Looking for a beautiful day hike in the Peak District? Then a Bamford Edge walk is an absolute must to see one of the best views in the whole of the Peak District National Park. This stunning rock formation runs for over a mile along the southwestern edge of Bamford Moor, with incredible photo spots over Ladybower Reservoir, as we ascend to above 1,400ft and take in a beautiful elevated view over the whole area.
We start with a short climb, but it doesn’t take long to get to the top of Bamford Edge, where the views are more than worth it, making it one of the most photographed spots in Peaks. We then have the privilege of following the cliff edge for a mile, taking in the breathtaking view all the way.
A steep descent takes us through beautiful Bamford village, as we head to the other side of Ladybower. We then take on a gradual climb to discover the charm of Win Hill, a beautiful peak nestled around some of the most iconic Peak District spots, known for its panoramic views and a historic battle from long ago.
Finally we make our way back to the start by crossing the incredible Ladybower Dam, while taking in the awesome sight of the gigantic plug holes. This is one day when plenty of rain gives us the best views of a incredible man-made features in full flow.