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Walking in the area of Kinder Scout offers some of the most dramatic and rewarding routes in the Peak District. The Read More
Walking in the area of Kinder Scout offers some of the most dramatic and rewarding routes in the Peak District. The Pennine Way, Britain’s first National Trail, passes over Kinder’s rugged plateau, providing access to its famous gritstone formations and breathtaking views. Popular hill walks include the ascent via Jacob’s Ladder, a historic packhorse route climbing towards Kinder Low, and the challenging scramble up Grindsbrook Clough from Edale. The summit, marked by a small pile of stones, stands at 636 meters. A highlight is Kinder Downfall, the tallest waterfall in the Peak District, where strong winds can often blow the water back on itself. River walks in the area include routes along the River Noe in Edale or the Sett Valley Trail, which follows the course of a former railway between Hayfield and New Mills, offering a more relaxed alternative to the high moorland hikes.
The area is steeped in history, most notably as the site of the 1932 Mass Trespass, a pivotal event in the campaign for public access to the countryside. The remnants of Hayfield’s old railway station and the Kinder Reservoir, built in the early 20th century, add industrial heritage interest to the area. The Midland Railway line still runs through the valleys below, offering scenic train journeys. While far from the coast, the weathered gritstone formations of the Kinder plateau, shaped by centuries of wind and rain, bear a striking resemblance to eroded coastal cliffs. More information on walking routes and the area’s history can be found via Peak District National Park.
