The Ethels of the Peak District in 45 Walks

Route Eleven: The Castleton Full Circuit

Ethels Bagged: Bradwell Moor, Eldon Hill, Slitherstone Hill, Gautries Hill, Lord's Seat, Mam Tor, Lose Hill
Start Point
Castleton
Grid Reference
SK 150 829
Total Distance
16.3 miles (26.2 km)
Total Climbing
1,053 metres
Estimated Time
7 – 8 hours
Difficulty Grade
Strenuous

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Route Overview & Notes

Route Eleven of the Peak District Ethels compilation is a monster 16.3-mile full circuit starting from Castleton. This strenuous day out bags seven significant summits: Bradwell Moor, Eldon Hill, Slitherstone Hill, Gautries Hill, Lord's Seat, Mam Tor, and Lose Hill, taking in the entire sweeping majesty of the Great Ridge and surrounding limestone and gritstone heights.

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