Led walk - Edale Circular via Brown Knoll

Train based walk
Leader: Annie
Difficulty: Strenuous
Distance: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent: 625m / 2051ft
Type: circular

This is a strenuous walk involving a few hard climbs and mostly in exposed wild areas, so carrying plenty of water is essential. Please wear proper walking boots, for some areas and paths are rocky underfoot.

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Edale station.

Transport to Walk Start: 09:48 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Sheffield).

Suggested Ticket: Edale Off Peak Return £15.00 (GM Wayfarer £17.40 may be a better option if travelling to Manchester too)

Walk Start: Edale Railway Station at 10:35

Waypoints: Lord’s Seat, Brown Knoll, Edale Cross, Kinder Low, Swine’s Back, Jacob’s Ladder, Upper Booth

Return Services: xx:47 until last train

Extra: Please use the toilet on the train. No toilets en route. Optional drinks at the end of the walk in Edale. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).

Bring a packed lunch, water and appropriate footwear and clothes for the terrain and weather

**https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/group-walks/edale-circular-brown-knoll**