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South Head via Jacob’s Ladder
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Route Description
A scenic circular walk from Mam Tor, exploring the Edale valley, Upper Booth, Jacob’s Ladder, Brown Knoll, South Head and Rushup Edge. This Peak District route combines quiet valley paths, open moorland, Pennine Way sections and excellent views across Kinder Scout, Edale and the Great Ridge.
Starting from the National Trust Mam Nick Car Park, this route by Sheffield Walkers descends beneath Mam Tor towards the Edale valley, passing through Barber Booth and Upper Booth before climbing towards Jacob’s Ladder and Edale Cross.
The route then crosses the open moorland around Brown Knoll, with wide views across Kinder Scout and the High Peak. Continuing towards South Head, the walk follows quieter paths and tracks around The Roych and Shireoaks before rejoining the ridge near Rushup Edge.
The final section follows the high ground eastwards along Rushup Edge, returning to Windy Knoll with impressive views towards Mam Tor, Castleton, Edale and the Great Ridge.
Route Map & Elevation
Other Information
The Mam Nick car park charge is £6 for the day, or free to NT members. Free on street parking is available nearby, but park legally as Traffic Wardens operate in this area including Sunday’s. Don’t park where there are double lines. The best free parking is on the Old Mam Tor Road, but arrive early as this can get busy.
Route Website: Open external route page
Weather Forecast for This Walk
Sun 5 Jul 2026 — approximate conditions between the advertised start and end time.
Weather information is currently unavailable for this walk.
Attendees
Kate Anstess (Kate1867), Diane Earnshaw (Nepal), Tracey Goddard (Hokey Cokey), David Finbow (Stannington lad), Alex Lamb (mintsauce), Beverley Anne Whitham (Black Cat), Forid Meah (Mountain Goat), Steve Stainton (stevestainton)
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