7th June 2026 Monthly Hike – Kinder Downfall to Brown Knoll

Kinder Downfall & Brown Knoll Circular

This is a big, wild Peak District day out taking in the iconic Kinder plateau, the dramatic Kinder Downfall waterfall, and the exposed moorland of Brown Knoll.

Expect sweeping views, rugged terrain, and a proper sense of adventure as you move through one of the most remote-feeling areas in the Peaks.

📍 Hike Details

• Start / Finish: Bowden Bridge Car Park, 165 Kinder Road, SK22 2LJ (Public toilets available)
• Meet Time: 8.45am
• Walk Start: 9am
• Grade: Challenging
• Distance: ~17.1 km / 10.6 miles
• Ascent: ~693 m
• Duration: 5.5 – 6 hours (plus breaks)

🗺 Route Overview

• Traverse onto the Kinder Scout plateau
• Visit the iconic Kinder Downfall waterfall (30m drop – the tallest in the Peak District)
• Continue across exposed terrain toward Brown Knoll (569m summit)
• Open, rolling moorland with panoramic Peak District views

Terrain is varied:

• Rocky paths
• Boggy sections (especially after rain)
• Open moorland

🥾 Who This Hike Is For

This hike is ideal if you:

• Are comfortable walking 15–20 km with sustained climbs
• Want a challenge beyond typical Peak District routes
• Enjoy remote, open landscapes rather than busy trails
• Are building toward bigger hikes (e.g. Three Peaks / long-distance events)

Not ideal if you’re new to hiking or unsure on uneven ground.

🌄 What Makes This One Special

• One of the most dramatic waterfalls in the Peaks
• Expansive views across Kinder Scout—often called the “Peak of Peaks”
• A real “proper hike” feel—wild, exposed, and rewarding
• A mix of iconic landmarks + quieter, less-trodden terrain

⚠️ Key Notes

• Can be muddy and boggy—waterproof footwear strongly recommended
• Exposed to weather—bring full layers regardless of forecast
• Navigation can be tricky in poor visibility
• Dogs may be allowed but check current restrictions

💬 Summits Up

As always, this is more than just a hike.

We’ll be out there to connect, reset, and support each other while raising funds to provide life-saving mental health therapy for people who need it most.

🔗 Route Link

View the full route on AllTrails:
👉 https://www.alltrails.com/trail/england/derbyshire/kinder-downfall-to-brown-knoll