Getting there
Starting point: Ashford Park car park
Public transport: The nearest train station is Fennel Street but you'll probably need a connection from Buxton (might be a lot of commuting)
Drive/carpool.
Clothing/shoes
It is cold (obviously), so wear warm clothing and pack hand gloves - the weather can be finicky. If possible, you should also have rain gear, coats, pants, or a change of clothes. Hiking or walking shoes are compulsory, please - no sneakers, slippers, or bare feet.
Food/drinks
The walk should take about 3 – 4 hours, so pack brunch or light snacks and drinks - it's completely up to you. Typically, we should have a break for food and rest.
Weather
Unpredictable. That is what it is. So come prepared – see previous points.
Fitness level
The distance is about 13 km/8 miles with an elevation of 355 metres/1,164 ft – so you need to be okay with walking/hikes and some going uphill.
See route on Plotaroute
** Internal rating - medium effort (please take with a pinch handful of salt).
Accessibility
Unfortunately, there are no accessibility provisions for this hike. We will do better as soon as we can.
Tickets
Hiking with blackside is free, of course. Tickets are to understand how many people are joining.
And, please, please, please, we understand that things happen and plans change, but if you already have a ticket and can’t join, let us know in advance.
Image and route courtesy of Peak District Walks.
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