The Ethels of the Peak District in 45 Walks

Route Eighteen: North of Buxton

Ethels Bagged: Corbar Hill, Combs Head, Black Edge
Start Point
Buxton
Grid Reference
SK 054 738
Total Distance
6.1 miles (9.8 km)
Total Climbing
333 metres
Estimated Time
2 – 3 hours
Difficulty Grade
Moderate

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Route Overview & Notes

Route Eighteen of the Peak District Ethels compilation is a 6.1-mile walk starting from Buxton. This moderate route bags three northern summits: Corbar Hill, Combs Head, and Black Edge, offering scenic high-level paths and wonderful perspectives looking back towards the spa town.

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