Peak Walking Adventures - Kinder Scout – Mass Trespass Guided Walk

Kinder Scout – Mass Trespass Guided Walk

This historical walk with stunning views starts in the village of Hayfield. We follow the route of the famous Mass Trespass which, in 1932, saw 500 walkers trespass onto private land to secure access rights to open country, for all to enjoy.

Wednesday 24th September 2025 - £45 per person

• Distance: 10 miles/16 km.
• Ascent: 1800ft/550m of ascent.
• Difficulty: Moderate.
• Great For:  Singles, couples, groups, and friends.
• Approx Timings: 0915 – 1600. Final confirmation when you book.
• Start/Finish:  Bowden Bridge Car Park, Kinder Rd, Hayfield, SK22 2LJ.

The Route:  We pass Kinder Reservoir and follow the winding stream up William Clough as it narrows. The route gets steeper as we ascend onto Kinder Edge and walk to Kinder Downfall. We watch the waterfall tumbling over a series of rock steps to the valley below; on a windy day the spray is tossed backwards into the air. We continue along the plateau’s edge, reaching the summit cairn at Kinder Low (633 m / 2077 ft) – the highest trig point in the Peak District. We descend back to Hayfield via Edale’s medieval cross and the valley pastures below.

There’s a significant climb onto the plateau but we’ll take breaks and share the history as we climb – it’s worth it for the views!

The History
“There were hundreds of young men and women, lads and girls, in their picturesque rambling gear: shorts of every length and colour, flannels and breeches, even overalls, vivid colours and drab khaki…multi-coloured sweaters and pullovers, army packs and rucksacks of every size and shape.” Benny Rothman, in 1982, recalls the moment he spoke to ramblers before the Mass Trespass.