The Edale Skyline: April 12th-13th 2025
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The Edale Skyline Challenge
Over 1 or 2 Days:
Discover the beautiful Edale Valley, while attempting this tough 20 mile hike either all in the same day or break the route up and complete it over 2 days.
You will covering some of the Peak District's most beautiful terrain. We take in the most iconic summits the Peak District has to offer, as we traverse the impressively vast Edale Skyline.
The Route
Starting from the picturesque Hope Valley village of Edale, a tough climb leads us to the plateau of Kinder Scout, famed for the historic mass trespass that led the way to today's public rights of way and access to so many beautiful parts of the UK.
The Peaks you will tackle:
Lose Hill: 476 m; 1561 ft
Hollins Cross: 392m; 1286 ft
Mam Tor: 517 m; 1696 ft
Brown Knoll: 569m; 1866 ft
Kinder Low: 633 m; 2076 ft
Grindslow Knoll: 601 m; 1972ft
Important Info:
- A WHATSAPP group will be created to share info and photos on the day, so once signed up, please send an email to grant permission to be added to: info@getoutdoorsuk.org
- Dogs are welcome, but are entirely the owner's responsibility and must have a lead and be under close control at all times.
- If encountering livestock do not walk too close or get between a cow and calf. If threatened, let go of your dog so it can escape and reduce the risk to yourself.
- Please keep to the indicated public rights of way and respect the landowner’s property at all times.
- There are often styles to negotiate on this type of walk.
- Countryside walking can often include hills and uneven terrain. Our group ethos is to support everyone in group to achieve their maximum potential in terms of completing the route. As such, we endeavour to walk at a pace all participants are comfortable with. We apologise for any frustration caused to faster walkers.
- Please consult your doctor if you are at all worried about your fitness and ability to take part.
- Please inform the walk leaders, Get Outdoors, of any underlying health conditions that may affect your walking ability before signing up.
Required Form:
As well as booking your place above (using the "Add to Cart" button), in order to confirm your place, please complete the applicant health & safety form, so we know how best to look after you.
Accommodation & Transport
These can be added to the booking from the drop-down menu. Transport starts from Oxford with pickups possible on route. If making your own arrangements, we recommend:
Most Convenient:
The Rambler Inn (At start of Kinder walk)
YHA Edale (Budget option)
Edale Camping Barn (Budget option)
Great Value:
Peak District Hotel Bike & Boot Inn
Additional Help:
If you would like some expert accommodation advice we recommend:
laura.wheeler@email.travelcounsellors.co.uk
Mountain Kit List:
Review the Kit List below to help you decide what you need for your adventure. The walk will go ahead even in strong wind/rain and only cancelled if conditions become what we consider too dangerous. Therefore, it is essential to be properly equipped! Tried and tested clothing only - don't want to find out something rubs once you've started the challenge and it's too late to change!
- Rucksack - min 25 litres with cover.
- Walking boots; broken in; NO trainers
- Double layer walking socks.
- Waterproof jacket & trousers.
- Base layer top – breathable.
- Warm fleece and spare fleece.
- Walking trousers - NO jeans!
- Multiple thin tops allowing temperature changes.
- Post-challenge clothes.
- 3 litres of fluid per peak.
- Basic First Aid kit & Sun cream.
- Warm gloves, hat/balaclava.
- Head torch with spare batteries.
- Whistle for sounding the alarm.
- Toiletries, towel.
- Mobile phone & waterproof case
- FULL LIST HERE
Fitness:
We have lots of other walks coming up that are great for training. They also provide an opportunity to ask questions about your upcoming challenge and meet other members of the team. So please browse our website www.getoutdoorsuk.org and come join us soon! We're adding new dates all the time. Taking part in build up events is also a great excuse to push your fundraising page if you are supporting a charity and update supporters about your challenge journey via social media, etc.
If you aren't able to join us for a walk, then great places to train with decent inclines include: The Lake District with 214 Wainwrights; Snowdonia; The Dark Peak District with Mam Tor, the Great Ridge and Kinder Scout; the Brecon Beacons & Black Mountains with Pen y Fan and Sugar Loaf Mountains. There's also the Malvern Hills, Chiltern Hills and Cotswolds, which have lots of hilly walks. There may be other hilly area near you.
The level of training needed depends totally on where you're starting from. Completion is dependent on a mixture of fitness, stamina and determination.
As a rough guide we recommend vigorous exercise at least 3 times per week for as long as possible prior to the event. Walk briskly on the hilliest routes you can find, such that you are regularly out of breath. Improve your stamina by including a long weekly walk, building up to 15 miles or more. Improve your cardio by walking your shorter walks as fast as you can.
Jogging uphill is a really good way to replicate the cardiovascular strain needed for ascents.
Strength and condition exercise, such as weight training or Pilates are beneficial for working on your leg power and core strength.
Finally and most importantly, make sure you take it easy during the last week running up to the event. It takes more than 7 days for muscles to recover, rebuild and benefit from any exercise you do. All top athletes do it - 'Tapering off' is your opportunity to exercise lightly and make sure you do not arrive with a build up of lactic acid in your legs that WILL slow you down during the challenge.
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