Hope routes

Long hike:

Head north east up Win Hill, then follow the top of the ridge north west to SK 159 876. Head left onto Crookstone Hill, and follow its southern edge as it becomes Kinder Scout. Walk along this edge until you run out of time or enthusiasm, then head south into the valley to Edale Station/pub.

Going all the way along to Kinder Scout's trig point and then back to the station is approx. 24km, with 900m ascent. Descennding from Grindslow Knoll is about 17km, and 850m ascent.

Short Hike:

Bimble west along the road (or take a detour via Brough for a longer route on footpaths) to Hope, follow the path south of the town to Castleton. Find your way through the town to the start of Cave Dale, a gorge heading south, with the remains of a castle above it. Follow the path 'til you meet up with a farm track, turn right and follow it north west to a minor road. Keep going north (ish) to the hilltop pass between Lord's Seat and Mam Tor. Go over Mam Tor to Hollins Cross, thence down to the station.12.5km 450 meters.