A classic circumnavigation of this high Peak District plateau with great views throughout including Ladybower Reservoir, Snake Pass, Greater Manchester and sweeping views of the Peak District National Park.
Distance: 16.9 miles (27.2km)
Ascent: 858m (2,815ft)
Time: Allow 8h 45m to 9h 45m (caution slow walkers, may require up to 14h)
Rating: 81 (severe) - The hardest of all and best suited to experienced walkers.
Start/finish: YHA Edale Activity Centre
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