Walking and Rambling in Edale

If you're planning on staying at YHA Edale Activity Centre, why not download a free map and get out exploring?

All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace. 

Edale and Barber Booth
An enjoyable low-level walk through the upper Edale Valley
Moderate route (PDF, 1MB) 
5.7 miles, takes 2h 45m - 4h 15m

Kinder Southern Edges
A walk along the southern edges of Kinder Scout with expansive views of the Peak District
Challenging route (PDF, 0.8MB) 
6.3 miles, takes 3h 30m - 50h 30m

Kinder Scout Plateau
A classic circumnavigation of this high Peak District plateau
Severe route (PDF, 1MB) 
16.9 miles, takes 8h 45m - 9h 45m

Or, try one of the excellent half day walks to the Druid's Stone and Madwoman's Stones or a full day hike around Kinder plateau to the Woolpacks and Kinder Downfall. A variety of classic routes can be started from the site including the Pennine Way, the first National Trail, and the 21-mile Edale Skyline. The latter is spectacular and takes ramblers over a variety of terrain including rocky footpaths, grassy tracks, flagged sections, peat bogs and heather trods. And the view – wow! 

The classic circular route around the Kinder plateau is the one we use on our navigation courses, so just ask our staff if you’d appreciate a few pointers. Those who are less confident might prefer to join us for a fantastic weekend of fully guided walks. Running over a variety of terrain including rocky footpaths, grassy tracks, flagged sections, peat bogs and heather trods, the walk takes in Win Hill, Lose Hill, Back Tor, Mam Tor and the whole southern flank of Kinder Scout. 

To start, simply walk uphill from the hostel. If you’d like a little guidance then why not join one of our friendly instructors for navigation and education on a weekend walking course.