The Ethels of the Peak District in 45 Walks

Route Ten: The Kinder Scout Day Out

Ethels Bagged: Brown Knoll, South Head, Mount Famine, Kinder Scout, Grindslow Knoll
Start Point
Upper Booth
Grid Reference
SK 102 853
Total Distance
11.8 miles (18.9 km)
Total Climbing
840 metres
Estimated Time
5 – 6 hours
Difficulty Grade
Hard

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Route Overview & Notes

Route Ten of the Peak District Ethels compilation is a fantastic full-day excursion starting from Upper Booth. This substantial 11.8-mile hike tackles five key summits: Brown Knoll, South Head, Mount Famine, the iconic Kinder Scout plateau, and Grindslow Knoll, offering quintessential Dark Peak challenge and scenery.

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