Peak District walk: Grindsbrook Clough, Crowden Clough, Fair Brook (21 m)

Overview

This event lasts approximately 11 hours 30 minutes and covers a range of beautiful landscapes in the Peak District. The hike is intended for those with a good level of fitness and the ability to maintain a reasonably fast pace.

Planned Route

Key viewpoints include:

• Grindsbrook Clough (ascent with scrambling)
• The 'Fist' Rock
• Grindslow Knoll (descent)
• Crowden Clough (ascent with scrambling)
• Crowden Tower
• The Woolpacks
• Swine’s Back
• Edale Rocks
• Kinder Low
• Views to Kinder Reservoir
• Red Brook (descent with scrambling)
• William Clough (ascent)
• Boxing Glove Stones
• Nether Red Brook (descent with scrambling)
• Fairbrook Naze
• Fair Brook (ascent with scrambling)
• Crookstone Knoll
• Ringing Roger

What to Bring

Required: Walking clothes, hiking shoes, enough food and water for a full day.
Recommended: Raincoat, warm fleece, comfortable backpack, sun cream, sunglasses.
Optional: Hiking poles, hat, cap, camera, torch, gloves.

Event Details

Start Time: 08:00 am
Meeting Point: Edale Car Park, Hope Road, Edale, S33 7ZQ
Length: 21 miles / 35 km
Elevation Gain: 4,500 feet / 1,300 m
Difficulty: Hard

Weather and Safety Considerations

Be prepared for windy and cold conditions at higher elevations. Bad weather may lead to cancellation or postponement of the event. Remember that participants are responsible for their own safety and health.

Organizer Information

This event is organized by Peak District Outdoor Adventures.