Peak District Moorland Trek

Peak District Moorland Trek

Challenge yourself with this rugged moorland walk featuring stunning views across the Dark Peak.

Challenging
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18.2 miles
Distance
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6h 0m
Duration
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Challenging
Difficulty
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1
Pubs

πŸ“ Route Points

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Start: Edale
53.3667, -1.8167
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End: Hayfield
53.3833, -1.9167

πŸ“œ Historical Facts & Points of Interest

This route follows part of the historic Pennine Way, Britain's first National Trail opened in 1965

Edale was the site of the famous 1932 Mass Trespass that led to the creation of National Parks

The moorland is home to the legend of the "Barghest" - a monstrous black dog said to roam these hills

Ancient stone circles and burial mounds dot the landscape, some dating back 4,000 years

The route passes near Kinder Scout, where the "Right to Roam" movement began

Look for the remains of medieval settlements abandoned during the Black Death

🍺 Pubs Along the Route (1)

The Old Nag's Head

Traditional walkers' pub at the start of the Pennine Way

πŸ“ 53.367, -1.817
Will's Walks - Your Next Pub Walk Adventure