Longstone Edge Climb – View from Longstone Edge loop from Great Longstone

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Longstone Edge Climb – View from Longstone Edge loop from Great Longstone

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Longstone Edge Climb – View from Longstone Edge loop from Great Longstone

00:55

8.27km

170m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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85 m

Longstone Edge Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

Long climb (for the peaks) if going up but eases after the cattle grid and all the better for appreciating the views over the edge. One of my favourites whether starting or finishing a ride.

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1.66 km

View from Longstone Edge

Highlight • Natural Monument

From this spot, high on Longstone Edge, you get an awe-inspiring view over this part of the Peak District. You can see right over the valley as far as Stanton …

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1.98 km

View of the Peak District from the Winding Hill Road

Highlight • Trail

2.29 km

View from Longstone Edge

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Recently this has been resurfaced with tarmac so bang goes the gravelly climb. Still a good climb takes you to the top of the hill. Great views and a deep casm on your left 😮

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3.32 km

Bramley Lane Quarry View

Highlight • Structure

Gravel road with fantastic views. It's steep and rocky coming up from Bubnell and you'll probably end up having to walk this bit. But the gradient eases off and smooths out as you reach the quarry.

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4.50 km

Highland Cattle in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Natural

7.88 km

St Giles' Church, Great Longstone

Highlight • Historical Site

The ancient Ecclesiastical Parish of Longstone includes five villages and hamlets: Great Longstone, Little Longstone, Rowland, Hassop, and Wardlow. Under the 1894 Local Government Act the five villages and hamlets …

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