Edale to Kinder Scout Downfall : Peak District Walks

A guided hike from Edale to Kinder Scout Downfall in the Peak District..
On this walk we make our way up to the top of Grindslow Knoll and along the south rim of the Kinder plateau towards Kinder Downfall taking in the sights along the way (Crowden Tower, the Woolpacks, Pym Chair, Edale Rocks and Kinder Low)
Kinder Downfall is the tallest waterfall in the Peak District, with a 30-metre (98 ft) fall. The waterfall was formerly known as Kinder Scut, and it is from this that the plateau derives its name. Although usually little more than a trickle in summer, in flood conditions it is impressive. In certain wind conditions (notably when there is a strong westerly wind), the water is blown back on itself, and the resulting cloud of spray can be seen from several miles away.
Total Distance for walk is approximately 18km and takes around 6.5Hrs to complete.
Once you have reached the top of Grindslow Knoll you are rewarded with a magnificent view down into the Edale valley and across towards the Great Ridge and Mam Tor. The walk is mainly flat from here on all the way to Kinder Downfall.
Good strong footwear is recommended along with a compass and map as the weather can change and close in very fast on the top of the plateau leaving you enveloped in low cloud.
Care should be taken if descending via Jacob"s Ladder after rainfall as the rocks underfoot can get very slippery.
This is without doubt a fantastic walk to do on a sunny day with lots of places to stop for a picnic along the way.
I do hope you enjoy the video and it inspires you to get out and give the route a go.
Thanks for watching.
Safe hiking.
Mike :-)
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[@maggi666]

Wowwwwwwww! This is the best footage i've seen of Kinder! Your music is also spot on!

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Thank you for such kind words🙏 I’m so glad you liked the video. That was a long day to be honest. I had to run to catch the last train home😂 Thanks again for watching🙂

[@arunsharma-dx4yn]

Excellent photography

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Awww thank you Arun🙏 I’m so glad you enjoyed the video🙂 All the very best Mike

[@michaelhallam6336]

Once again a thoroughly engaging video to watch from beginning to end, with epic quality. The drone footage really gives a wonderful overview and I simply captivated. Thank you for your hard work, energy and inspiration you give. Top man!!

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Hey thanks again for your kind words Michael🙏 I do enjoy my trips out on kinder. I have good memories of trips in the past with my dog in the area. I’m extremely lucky to have it pretty much on my door step. I’ve spent many a night up there in my tent. I enjoy the peace and quiet of the north side the most. Tend to always get to see a Mountain Hare over on that side which is always a lovely thing to see❤️ Thank you again for watching🙏 Mike

[@johnrothwell4362]

Great footage. I'll be taking a walk along to Kinder Downfall on Monday 👍🥾

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Thanks John I’m glad you enjoyed the video. You should have a great time, especially after all the recent rain we’ve had. The waterfalls should be in full flow. Enjoy yourself and thank you again for watching the video🙂 All the best Mike

[@valerym1400]

Great video! On Jubilee bank holiday I'm walking the same route plus Kinder Reservoir. After watching your video I'm ready for this walk!

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Hey thank you Valery🙏 I’m so glad it’s helped you get ready for your walk. I hope the weather is kind for you and you have an absolutely fantastic time. It’s a lovely walk. The view from the top of Grindslow Knoll looking back down into the Edale valley is wonderful.!! Enjoy every moment..!! Thank you for giving my video a watcharoo it’s very much appreciated🙏 Mike🙂

[@helencole7212]

Great meeting you Mike on your way to Mam Tor on Thursday. We’ve watched some of your videos and really enjoyed them, very informative and professional.

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Hey.!!!! It was an absolute pleasure having a good chataroo with the both of you too.!! Hope you had a great time in the Nags Head the next day tucking into something tasty😋 Thank you for dropping into my channel and taking a look around. I’m so pleased you liked what you viewed and thank you so very much for your lovely comment🙂 I’m not too sure about professional but thank you. Like I said I just enjoy putting them together and if they help people and inspire them to get out and enjoy the great outdoors then I’ll be more than happy with that🙂 I’m gonna start editing last Thursdays footage in the next few days so watch this space.!!😃 Take super care the both of you and hopefully I’ll bump into you both again up some hill or mountain somewhere soon🙂❤️

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

I really enjoy your videos Mike. You always capture great footage and you are very knowledgeable which makes them very informative. The drone footage of Kinder Downfall is amazing. 👍

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Anthony Johnson Omg what a lovely comment Anthony, thank you so very much.!! I’m so super glad you liked my video. It was a gorgeous day for filming apart from the wind. I am always a bit unsure about using the drone as I never want to disturb people’s walks with the noise. Luckily it was getting pretty late in the evening so I had the Downfall to myself so I thought I’d crack the eye in the sky out for a while. Thanks again for giving the video a watch and for your wonderful comment❤️All the very best. Mike🙂

[@r.b6170]

How easy is it to get lost or go off track without immediately realising ,???? Thanks

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Hi, It’s not particularly too hard to find your way. However the area can become clagged in with low cloud all of a sudden on overcast days and you may start to veer off course. Best thing to do is to stay near the edge of the plateau and use the edge as a hand rail along the south rim. People tend to come unstuck when they venture in towards the middle of the plateau. Obviously bring a map and compass and a gps if you have one just in case. Hope you enjoy the walk if you do decide to take it on. Pick a clear day and I’m sure you’ll be fine. Lots of people to ask along the route if you’re unsure. Thanks for watching and happy hiking🙂 Mike

[@andrewfox7861]

Great video, looking forward to seeing this in person, what sort of time did it take to complete the walk?

[@FurrychalkbagOutdoors]

Hey thank you Andrew🙏 Well due to stopping all the time to film the walk it took me most of the day. But normally it would probably take around four to five hours with maybe some time put aside for a lunch break along the way. I hope you have a wonderful time when you get to do it. Thanks again for taking the time to watch my video it’s very much appreciated. All the very best. Mike🙂

[@andrewfox7861]

@@FurrychalkbagOutdoorsappreciate that, thank you