Hike – Peak District – Dragons Back (Chrome Hill)

Hike – Peak District – Dragons Back (Chrome Hill)

Price:£20

Concessionary:£5

To understand if you qualify for concessionary please go to Do I Qualify for Concessions Women Outdoors

Fast Route Facts

Length: 5.8 miles

Elevation: 1478ft

Start/ Finish Point: Earl Sterndale

Technical Difficulty: Moderate

Parking Costs: Free

All of our hiking leaders hold the relevant qualifications and have heaps of knowledge on the plants, landscapes and history of our national parks. The leader will create a WhatsApp group before the event providing all the information you need and you ladies can also use the group to organise car share and get to know each other.

Route Description

A quirk of geology has produced a beautiful strand of sharp limestone hills which erupt like a string of miniature mountains from the hay meadows and soft pastures of the higher Dove Valley, near Buxton. This range of peaks are often cited as ‘The Dragon’s Back’ because of its unprecedented resemblance to the spine of a dinosaur.

This moderate level, 5.8 mile walk in the Peak District starts and ends at Earl Sterndale, taking in Parkhouse Hill, Chrome Hill and the hamlet of Hollinsclough.

What do I need to bring with me

Walking boots: waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good ankle support

Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and prevent blisters

Water: Bring at least 1 litre of water

Medication: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor aliments etc

Day Rucksack: something comfortable to wear, 20 litres+

Waterproof bags: keep spare clothing, electronics and anything else dry even when your rucksack leaks by using ziploc type food bags or outdoor activity waterproof bags.

Comfortable clothing: bring layers to let you adapt quickly to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (t-shirt) and a mid layer (micro fleece) and outer layer (jacket)

Trousers: no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry. On a warm day shorts are ok.

Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry.

Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example. Put them in an easy reach area.

Packed lunch: bring a pack lunch unless otherwise stated

Hat or cap: stay warm in the winter and shaded in the summer

Gloves: weather dependant

Sunscreen: can be useful even on cloudy days

If you are swimming bring a swimsuit, a towel and / or a dry robe and water shoes.

Dogs

Well behaved dogs are more than welcome, there may be livestock around so they may need to stay on the leads for parts of it.

Terms & Conditions

By booking or participating in a trip or event with us you are agreeing to the Women Outdoors Terms and Conditions Terms & Conditions Women Outdoors (womenoutdoorsuk.com)

Any questions please don’t hesitate to ask Contact Us

Emma xx