The Ethels of the Peak District in 45 Walks

Route Two: Woodhead Pass Tops

Ethels Bagged: Snailsden Pike Edge, Dead Edge End, Britland Edge Hill, White Low, Black Hill
Start Point
Holme Moss
Grid Reference
SE 097 640
Total Distance
10.63 miles (17.1 km)
Total Climbing
618 metres
Estimated Time
5 hours
Difficulty Grade
Hard

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Route Overview & Notes

Route Two of the Peak District Ethels compilation covers the rugged high ground around Woodhead Pass, starting from Holme Moss and bagging five distinct summits: Snailsden Pike Edge, Dead Edge End, Britland Edge Hill, White Low, and Black Hill. This route traverses sweeping northern Dark Peak expanses and dramatic gritstone edges.

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