I picked my way up various folds in the landscape and headed for the central Tower which involves a minor scramble to sit on the top. All around the soothing tinkle and crazy patterns of running water, and before long the mind has disappeared into fairyland. At 14km (8.7 miles) it's a challenging Peak District walk over moorland and with a steep, rocky scramble up Birchen Clough to get to The Trinnacle. As you begin the climb break off the main path and just follow the river. This was a little different, but nothing wrong with a bit of variety. Associate regional editor for 15 local news websites in Los Angeles County. Stage 2 The Trinnacles toChew Reservoir, Stage 4 Alphin Pike to Dove Stone Reservoir (+ car park), *Peak District Walks participates in the Amazon Services Associates Programme, as well as other affiliateprogrammes. Thanks for stopping by! Maja from Away with Maja We did your Dovestones/Saddleworth walk yesterday from the Peak District Walks website Great route and the post was super helpful. And dont forget your compass. Parking:Birchen Clough Bridge car park, Snake Road, near Glossop (nearest postcode S33 0AB). The walk includes a fun scramble up the side of Birchen Clough + waterfall, stopping for views of Saddleworth Moor from the iconic rocks known as the Trinnacles, three large rocks jutting out as part of the Raven Stones, that make for a great photo. This can get busy at weekends so be sure to get there early. The path runs alongside Blackden Brook and climbs steadily, getting rockier as you head up. This route takes you up Birchen Clough, for most of the route its simply navigating the rocks but theres a short scramble about halfway up (see photo above). Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. This blog may contain affiliate links through which, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission. Welcome to The Wandering Wildflower, an outdoors lifestyle blog focusing on family walks in the Peak District, a place we love exploring. Before climbing the stile into the old plantation however, we took a faint path along the riverbank which lead to Snake Woodlands. There is a collapsing path of-sorts most of the way until you join the riverbed nearer the top. This is at no extra cost to you. Dovestone Reservoir walk from near Greenfield, Dovestone Reservoir + Trinnacles walk map, Stage 1 Binn Green car park to The Trinnacles, Stage 2 The Trinnacles to Chew Reservoir, Stage 4 Alphin Pike to Dove Stone Reservoir (+ car park). Id been on a photography course in Snake Woodlands the day before though and they were so magical with the Autumn colours I knew we had to go back. We always recommend you wear appropriate footwear to avoid injuries and to take a paper map and compass on your walks. English: Waterfall, Birchen Clough. If the farmer isnt there youll have to follow the footpath a short distance down to Alport Bridge and then join Snake Road. Peak District Walks is a FREE online resource. Los Angeles. At the woods turn right, follow the path, turn right through a gate and walk downhill. Kevin Clough Operations Manager at Landed Arvada, CO. Kevin Clough Landscape & Commercial Snow Removal . But the climb up Birchen Clough was even better, essentially a long gradual scramble alongside a waterfall. County/Area - Derbyshire. Are you enjoying the walks? We nipped over the bridge to get a photo of the Peak and Northern Footpaths green sign and then headed back over the bridge and over the stile into the woods. Peak District WalkFair Brook & Kinder Northern Edges from Birchen Clough. Oyster Clough Cabin Walk Map:Parking:Birchen Clough Bridge car park, Snake Road, near Glossop (nearest postcode S33 0AB)Facilities: None there is sometimes the Wildman Cafe in the car park but Ive never seen him!Walk Time: 5-6 hoursDifficulty:Distance: 8.5 miles (13.8km)Trig PointsBagged: NonePeak District PeaksBagged: NonePeak District EthelsBagged: NoneBlackden Brook Scramble Walk Map:If you want to try some other Peak District scrambles, why not try:Crowden Clough to Kinder Scout WalkTorside Clough ScrambleMiddle Black Clough Waterfall and Bleaklow StonesHigher Shelf Stones via Ashton Clough ScrambleKinder Downfall Walk via Nether Red Brook Scramble. Read John C. Clough's profile to learn more about them and discover their Best. (LogOut/ . The path leads back to the River Ashop, where we crossed the bridge. We walked up Snake Road for half a mile until we reached a lay-by with National Trust Blackden View Farm signs. Read more here. We had a quick snack break and Hols signed the book for us (I get her to do most of my admin now ;)! Id been on a photography course in Snake Woodlands the day before though and they were so magical with the Autumn colours I knew we had to go back. November 14, 2022 CIRCULAR WALKS, MEDIUM WALKS 4-9 MILES, PEAK DISTRICT WALKS This 8.5 mile Peak District walk starts from Birchen Clough Bridge car park and heads up Alport Moor to find the Oyster Clough shooting cabin before heading across the valley and scrambling up Blackden Brook onto the Kinder Plateau. Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. Please park responsibly, parking tickets may be issued if not. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The best way to think of a scrambling route is that its going to involve some form of rocky terrain that youll need to navigate. When Im not dragging my husband and 10 year old out on Peak District walks or up mountains, I can be found on my phone, planning my next Geocache walk (and seeing where the nearest pub is!). This was a bit of an unplanned walk as we had meant to head over to Teggs Nose and White Nancy. For Nether Red Brook, you break off the Snake Path about a mile from the road and follow the stream bed up. Did you know the National Trust signs are called Omega signs?if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-1','ezslot_13',115,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-1-0');There is a gate which leads down the hill (quite steep and very muddy!) to a bridge over the River Ashop, which we crossed and then followed the path to Blackden Brook.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_14',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-large-mobile-banner-1-0');Blackden Brook is home to a series of waterfalls, with quite a large one being just down from the main path. Sometimes a lack of planning can have a happy outcome. I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. More information on the Peak District, including transport options, where to stay, best Peak District pubs + other useful resources. We then took a steep descent down the hill next to Gate Side Clough this is very steep! It feels like a hidden vale and the scenery is charming, so you could take your time with this one. It can be reached by a quick scramble down.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-2','ezslot_16',117,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-2-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_15',118,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-large-mobile-banner-2-0');The path runs alongside Blackden Brook and climbs steadily, getting rockier as you head up. A little bit along from Blackden Brook are these adjacent scrambles, both a bit more taxing. Check out the 7 YHAs in the Peak Districtand find the best walks direct from your accommodation. This area was recently badly burnt in a fire so make your way through then pick up the path. There is a small fence to negotiate before you enter the wood, and then the path followed the beautiful Lady Clough to the bridge. All the walks on the website are created using OS Maps Online + you can download them to the OS Maps App. From Ashway Rocks head on the same level in a southerly direction and youll pick up the path. Required fields are marked *. We nipped over the bridge to get a photo of the Peak and Northern Footpaths green sign and then headed back over the bridge and over the stile into the woods. We quickly plotted this route on the OS map and then set off to walk it! *Peak District Walks participates in the Amazon Services Associates Programme, as well as other affiliateprogrammes. Interest increases with height and there is a step at the top that requires a bit of thought but is in fact perfectly doable. We had a quick snack break and Hols signed the book for us (I get her to do most of my admin now ;)!). You can say thank you and buy me a coffee here. From the lower car park, take the path down the steps through the woods, go through a narrow stone stile then a gate and turn left onto the road with Dove Stone Reservoir on your right. Welcome to The Wandering Wildflower, an outdoors lifestyle blog focusing on family walks in the Peak District, a place we love exploring. I did a nice run east along the plateau edge from here, visiting some crazy rock formations on Fairbrook Naze before descending down Fairbrook itself, another fast descent. The entry to the gully is across tricky terrain with many hidden holes. Check prices here for theone month or yearly option with OS Online App. We reached Heyridge Farm, where the footpath carries on along the farm track to the north-east. A link to set a new password will be sent to your email address. The farmer was in his yard with some sheep and kindly let us pass through to reach Snake Road, which meant that we didnt need to follow the footpath to Alport Bridge and walk even further up Snake Road its a horrible road to walk on as the cars fly past! Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. The scramble section of this route is an optional add-on to the walk, you can simply walk to the base of the rocks and enjoy the view or take an extra challenge and head up to the top. We nipped over the bridge to get a photo of the Peak and Northern Footpaths green sign and then headed back over the bridge and over the stile into the woods. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. The Brook itself looks to fork into two scrambles but we took the right hand fork up.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-3','ezslot_17',119,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-3-0');At the top of the climb we had a snack break then followed the top path round Blackden Edge to the Seal Stones.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-4','ezslot_18',120,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-leader-4-0');We then took a steep descent down the hill next to Gate Side Clough this is very steep! 13 miles 28th September 2018 Ellie Howarth View Calendar 10/10/2018 10:00 - 16:00 Ashop Clough, Upper Red Brook, Trig Point 624, Mermaid's Pool, Red Brook, Crowden Edge, Seal Edge, Jubilee Hut, Alport Bridge, Roman Road. Hello! Blackden Brook is home to a series of waterfalls, with quite a large one being just down from the main path. Love adventurous and challenging walks in the Peak District? Sometimes a lack of planning can have a happy outcome. Beautiful Birchen Clough - the way to scramble up to the Trinnacle. Look out for new walks in your inbox soon! (c) The Wandering Wildflower. In places the rock is covered in a pleasant spongy moss; in fact going barefoot could be an option here! Check prices here for the one-month or annual option with OS Online App. This walk is in the White Peaks which means Limestone rocks and they can get very slippy in the rain. There is a gate which leads down the hill (quite steep and very muddy!) I also blog about our UK camping trips, UK day trips, walks around Yorkshire and more. If the farmer isnt there youll have to follow the footpath a short distance down to Alport Bridge and then join Snake Road. Unfortunately, the public toilets are now permanently closed at Binn Green car park, due to vandalism. We quickly plotted this route on the OS map and then set off to walk it! There is a small wooden bridge which leads to a path heading up the hill out of the woods, then we crossed the road back to the car park. 2. Drop your email below and I'll send you some ideas for walks you can try. I use OS Online, its a great App which you can use in Flight mode on your walks. All Filters. If youre new to scrambling or even been doing it a while, I would always recommend you scramble up instead of down. Before climbing the stile into the old plantation however, we took a faint path along the riverbank which lead to Snake Woodlands. Start: top of Snake Pass, or Glossop, or lay-by on B6105 near Reaps Farm. Thanks for stopping by! Id been on a photography course in Snake Woodlands the day before though and they were so magical with the Autumn colours I knew we had to go back. I was just glad to have it to ourselves. ).if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-box-4','ezslot_9',112,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-box-4-0');The cow poo kind of ruins the illusionif(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-banner-1','ezslot_10',113,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-thewanderingwildflower_co_uk-banner-1-0');We followed a very faint path round the head of the Clough and over the moor, heading down the hill on quite indistinct paths. The map for this walk is OL1 Peak District (Dark Peak Area), Check prices here for standard maps or waterproof mapsOrdnance Surveyor Amazon UK. Before climbing the stile into the old plantation however, we took a faint path along the riverbank which lead to Snake Woodlands. Recognized since 2013. Dove Stone Reservoir: Beautiful walk, Wonderful view if you can climb. The path up Grindsbrook starts with a path, then begins to somewhat disappear as you pick the best route up. Walk: Birchen Clough car park, Snake road SK 10920 91431. A few hundred metres after the waterfall youll need to look for the path on the opposite side of the clough, and cross at this point (SE 04023 04580). I went in fell shoes and shorts and this worked well, although given the risk of ticks at this time of year leggings could be an option.
