11k Run High Peak: Scenic Adventure from Edale to Mam Tor

Route Overview & Local Insights

This 10.7km loop from Edale is a quintessential Peak District fell run, offering a rigorous 339m of vertical gain. Starting from the heart of the Vale of Edale, the route takes you on a demanding journey across varied terrain, including technical moorland trails, steep grassy climbs, and about 25% paved sections through the village. You'll tackle the impressive ridgeline of Rushup Edge to reach Lord’s Seat—the highest point on this stretch—before traversing the iconic "Great Ridge" toward the wind-swept summit of Mam Tor. The descent from Hollins Cross is fast and exhilarating, but require focus as the weather above 500m can shift rapidly, turning a sunny trail into a misty challenge in minutes.

Steeped in geological and ancient history, this area is often referred to as the "Shivering Mountain" due to the massive active landslips on the eastern face of Mam Tor that eventually claimed the old A625 road. Runners will pass through the remains of an Iron Age hill fort at the summit, one of the highest in Britain, which guarded the pass between the Edale and Hope Valleys. Edale itself serves as the official southern terminus of the Pennine Way, and the surrounding High Peak landscape has inspired generations of outdoor enthusiasts since the historic Kinder Scout mass trespass. After your run, the local pubs in Edale provide the perfect spot for a post-trail recovery brew among fellow hikers and fell runners.