Before climbing the stile into the old plantation however, we took a faint path along the riverbank which lead to Snake Woodlands. We followed a very faint path round the head of the Clough and over the moor, heading down the hill on quite indistinct paths. Unfortunately, the public toilets are now permanently closed at Binn Green car park, due to vandalism. But the climb up Birchen Clough was even better, essentially a long gradual scramble alongside a waterfall. I recommend the Silva Expedition compass, its more expensive but a valuable piece of kit! Buchalter, A Professional Corporation. As well as running I quite like a rocky scramble, ie a route where you have to use your hands to progress. 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. Much of the way you walk straight up the smooth rocky bed of the stream, the water never more than ankle deep. At the head of the clough is the Oyster Clough shooting cabin, touted on YouTube as a secret bothy in the Peak District although judging from the guest books in there its very well visited for somewhere so secret. Walk: Birchen Clough car park, Snake road SK 10920 91431. For wildlife lovers keep an eye out for animals and birds on your walk, I saw plenty of grouse, but also a weasel and two young Short-eared owls and their mum (or dad) on this walk near the reservoir. Remember to do it at the end of the walk too. There is a small fence to negotiate before you enter the wood, and then the path followed the beautiful Lady Clough to the bridge. Beautiful Birchen Clough - the way to scramble up to the Trinnacle. A bit of bracken-bashing to get to it but good stuff once youre in the dried-out stream bed. things improve once in the stream-bed itself, but some thought is still required to successfully exit at the top. Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. Ive been exploring 3 main areas of the Dark Peak Kinder, Bleaklow and the Chew Valley. There are no other facilities on the walk. Read more here. 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! (c) The Wandering Wildflower. When we did this walk the rain started as soon as we entered the Brook, stayed for the duration of our climb and as soon as we hit the top the sun came out and it was a beautiful day again! 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! Thanks for the inspiration!. Need more help planning your Peak District trip? Want new walks in your inbox? 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. After a bit of a scramble along Fair Brook you reach . She was just 16 years old. Others named Kevin Clough. Go over here, through a gate then another gate and alongside Greenfield Reservoir, on your left. Check out the 7 YHAs in the Peak Districtand find the best walks direct from your accommodation. Let me know in the comments if youve done any of these Peak District scrambles? document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); Hello! Catherine Clough, 79. This Dovestone Reservoir walk includes walking alongside the reservoir but also exploring the edges high above it, with epic views! Crowden Clough Scramble (Via Grindslow Knoll) From Barber Booth | 6-Mile Route. As you climb higher the last section of the route turns into a rocky steep section, which is where you can scramble to final part to the top of Grindsbrook. Your email address will not be published. Thank you very much . The path leads back to the River Ashop, where we crossed the bridge. Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. 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. 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. 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. Read more here. We followed the path of the Roman road down through the fields. I started by descending Rimmon Pit Clough and Holme Clough, which are decent enough scrambles in their own right. Read more here. Hello! 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These can be fun during a dry spell in summer, so recently Ive been exploring some lines new to me in the northern Peak District. And dont forget your compass. Note you can descend via Chew Road at this point to shorten the walk by about 2.5 miles/4 km. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. And dont forget your compass, I recommend the Silva Expeditionor the Silva Classic compass. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. A very quiet area, and good to see the world from a different angle. Read more here. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. Plus we love a scramble, and the Blackden Brook scramble was one we hadnt ticked off yet. There is a small fence to negotiate before you enter the wood, and then the path followed the beautiful Lady Clough to the bridge. There is a gate which leads down the hill (quite steep and very muddy!) 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! 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. Starting at Birchen Clough car park near the Snake Inn, the walk involves a short woodland stroll before a gentle ascent along good paths. This was a bit of an unplanned walk as we had meant to head over to Teggs Nose and White Nancy. We headed for the sheepfold, where there is a stile leading to the footpath running adjacent to Cowms Moor and the former quarry or landslide which has made some peculiar looking spoil heaps there. For this, Ive been grateful for Cicerones handy Scrambles in the Dark Peak book (from which the title of the blog is shamelessly taken): Still working my way through the book, but here are a few reports/tips from what Ive done so far. Start: lay-by between Barber Booth and Upper Booth. The entry to the gully is across tricky terrain with many hidden holes. Top tips - Read our useful guides onhiking tips here. Are you enjoying the walks? This was a bit of an unplanned walk as we had meant to head over to Teggs Nose and White Nancy. There is a small fence to negotiate before you enter the wood, and then the path followed the beautiful Lady Clough to the bridge. Recognized since 2013. Ive walked the Pennine Way to the top of Bleaklow along Clough Edge often enough without realising there was a hidden gem right below. Sometimes a lack of planning can have a happy outcome. This walk is in the White Peaks which means Limestone rocks and they can get very slippy in the rain. 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. Sometimes a lack of planning can have a happy outcome. Upper Red Brook is just a few minutes further along, with a slightly more serious feel than its neighbour, and another interesting finish that requires a bit of thought. 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. Check prices here for the one-month or annual option with OS Online App. 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! The path leads back to the River Ashop, where we crossed the bridge. Sometimes a lack of planning can have a happy outcome. Read more, 7 Fun Peak District Scrambles + BEST Routes. 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). Dove Stone Reservoir: Beautiful walk, Wonderful view if you can climb. Parking:Birchen Clough Bridge car park, Snake Road, near Glossop (nearest postcode S33 0AB). This was a bit of an unplanned walk as we had meant to head over to Teggs Nose and White Nancy. You can descend sooner on the section of the walk to Alphin Pike but this is a steep scramble down and wont save you much time. If you want to try some other Peak District scrambles, why not try: Middle Black Clough Waterfall and Bleaklow Stones, Higher Shelf Stones via Ashton Clough Scramble, Kinder Downfall Walk via Nether Red Brook Scramble, Your email address will not be published. There are rocks to climb over and in Autumn these can be wet and slippery from rain, so take care. Theres a mix of lose ground and some rocky sections as you scramble your way to the top (known as The Tower). Brianna Ghey, a transgender girl from Birchwood in Warrington, was found by members of the public as she lay wounded on a path in Culcheth Linear Park at around 3:13pm on Saturday 11 February, and was sadly pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services a short while later. 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! Welcome to The Wandering Wildflower, an outdoors lifestyle blog focusing on family walks in the Peak District, a place we love exploring. Look out for new walks in your inbox soon! Obviously, scrambling has a few potential risks, so the routes in this book are helpfully graded 1, 2 and 3. Welcome to The Wandering Wildflower, an outdoors lifestyle blog focusing on family walks in the Peak District, a place we love exploring. I hope this blog will give you some ideas of places to visit in the Peak District and inspire you and your family to head into the great outdoors. 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! A link to set a new password will be sent to your email address. We walked up Snake Road for half a mile until we reached a lay-by with National Trust Blackden View Farm signs. Location: Alport Castles near Ladybower Reservoir. Is this Dovestone walk on your list? Keep to the lower path and follow the track. 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. Also, please consider the weather conditions, climbing in wet or windy weather can be very dangerous and result in accidents. Peak District Walks is a FREE online resource. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. Drop your email below and I'll send you some ideas for walks you can try. When we did this walk the rain started as soon as we entered the Brook, stayed for the duration of our climb and as soon as we hit the top the sun came out and it was a beautiful day again! Start: top of Snake Pass, or Glossop, or lay-by on B6105 near Reaps Farm. There are rocks to climb over and in Autumn these can be wet and slippery from rain, so take care. Its the in-between level of hiking and climbing, so generally you wont need ropes or any form or equipment (some Grade 3 scrambles you might); however all of these routes in the list are Grade 1, with one Grade 2 section. The path runs along Lady Clough through the woodlands, then opens out into a clearing with a woodpile and a skip. 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. 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. What other Peak District scramble routes have you done? The path leads back to the River Ashop, where we crossed the bridge. Includes areas such as Kinder Scout, the Wilderness Gullies and Bleaklow, and features both classic (Wilderness Gully East and Wildboar Clough) and lesser known routes. This final rocky scramble to the top is one of my favourites, but if you feel its too challenging, theres an Option B route so you can take your pick. Instead of heading across the road down into Snake Woodlands we headed over the stile in the car park and up through the pine and larch plantation. These are all Peak District scramble routes, youll notice the majority of ones on the list are Grade 1 scrambles in the Peak District, which is where my comfort zone is for scramble routes. Read full privacy policyhere. Our walk starts in Birchen Clough Bridge car park. Birchen Clough is a series of waterfalls in the Chew Valley, on the edge of the Peak District (so definitely counts as one of the Peak District waterfalls!). Youll intersect with another path, turn right and continue all the way to the end of the woods in Chew Plantation. We had a quick snack break and Hols signed the book for us (I get her to do most of my admin now ;)! I hope this blog will give you some ideas of places to visit in the Peak District and inspire you and your family to head into the great outdoors. Many of the Peak District scrambling routes are in the Dark Peak area and these are the more challenging scrambles due to the nature of the terrain. - See 203 traveller reviews, 308 candid photos, and great deals for Greenfield, UK, at Tripadvisor. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. There is also a second car park atDove Stone Reservoir, Greenfield which is a paid car park. Please note 'Peak District Walks' accepts no liability for any injuries or accidents resulting from walking our routes. This route alongside Kinder Downfall is the best pure scramble Ive done so far, 30 minutes or so on smooth, dry rock. There is a small fence to negotiate before you enter the wood, and then the path followed the beautiful Lady Clough to the bridge. The sections leading up to the scramble can be boggy/muddy in places, especially after lots of rain! 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. Or check out all our Peak District walking routes here. Do you have any more questionsabout scrambles in the Peak District? This means that you will be closer to the terrain, as the higher ground is in front of you, therefore its easier to use your hands and find a safe route up. Resides in Los Angeles, CA . Time - 5 hours 20 minutes Grade - moderate. 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!