Edale: Walking Routes, Races and Church History

Anyone looking for a hotel in Edale can choose where to stay based on specific walking routes, running events and cultural connections. Edale has regular train services on the Hope Valley Line to Sheffield and Manchester. As timetables can change, check the latest services before travelling. The local highlights below differ in character: a circular walk to the Kinder plateau, races in various formats, and the history of Edale Parish Church.

Walking Routes on Kinder Scout

The Edale to Kinder Scout Walk is a circular route from Edale to the windswept moorland of the Kinder plateau, the highest point in the Peak District. It climbs via the rocky ravine of Grindsbrook Clough. The route offers views across Edale Valley and the western edges of the Peak District; visibility depends on the weather. Conditions in the uplands vary seasonally and can be difficult in wet or icy weather. Plan your route accordingly and check conditions before setting out.

The Pennine Way also starts in Edale and passes over Kinder Scout and Bleaklow Head. By contrast, the Edale to Kinder Scout Walk is a circular route. The route options therefore include both a circular walk and a trail passing over two named points.

Routes and Running Events

The Edale Skyline is 21 miles long, with at least 4,500 feet of ascent. The High Peak Marathon is a 42-mile overnight navigation and endurance challenge for teams of four; it starts and finishes in Edale. Its distance is twice that of the 21-mile Skyline. However, length alone does not tell the whole story: ascent is also a feature of the Skyline, while night navigation and the team format define the marathon. You can take both distance and event format into account when planning.

The Edale Fell Race is a regular running event in Edale, held in early June. It includes sections of challenging, rocky terrain. If the race is a key part of your trip, check the specific event date, as exact dates may change.

Edale Parish Church and Peace Garden

Edale Parish Church is a Grade II listed building; it was completed in 1889 and has undergone few changes since. Inside, information panels cover the heritage, along with short videos about the area and the church’s history. Edale Parish Church also has a Peace Garden with benches outside the building. Its construction date and limited changes provide context for its architectural history; the panels and videos add information about the area and the church’s history.

Visitor information and access arrangements can change. Check both if you are planning a visit in advance.

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