A drizzly walk to a check point at the top of Jacobs Ladder supervising five groups and having to escort one of of the group down with an ankle injury. Nice rest spot for a poor little soul with a bashed in ankle.

Jo | The Wandering Wildflower

March 13, 2023

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One of the 600+ Peak and Northern Footpaths signs dotted around.

Rafa

March 15, 2023

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From this footpaths sign down to Edale railway station via Upper Booth, it takes about an hour.

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1. The Woolpacks rock formations – Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail loop from Edale

12.8km

03:59

390m

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2. The Woolpacks rock formations – Pym Chair loop from Edale

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360m

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3. Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail – Brown Knoll Trig Point loop from Edale

14.7km

04:21

400m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 430 m

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Location: Edale, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Jacob's Ladder Cairn and Footpath Sign

1. The Woolpacks rock formations – Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail loop from Edale

2. The Woolpacks rock formations – Pym Chair loop from Edale

3. Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail – Brown Knoll Trig Point loop from Edale

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