Mount Famine in the Dark Peak

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Overview

From the little Northern town of Chapel-en-le-Frith the route starts towards Rushup Edge and Mam Tor before swinging North West. Skirting around the edge of the Kinder Plateau to reach the viewpoint of Mount Famine before dropping into Chinley Head and then Chinley. From there it crosses under the busy A6 to return.

Friday, 3 January 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:: 670.6m / 2200ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/295597/Mount-Famine

Only suitable for experienced walkers who can maintain a steady pace all day.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 05945 80882
Nearest postcode:: SK23 0HY
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Start time:: 10:00 am

In the Market Square of Chapel en le Frith

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