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Store 3rd October 2026, Chrome Hill & Parkhouse Hill Autumn Hike
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3rd October 2026, Chrome Hill & Parkhouse Hill Autumn Hike

from £15.00

🧭 GUIDED RIDGE HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – EXPLORE THE PEAK DISTRICT’S MOST DRAMATIC RIDGELINE! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~5.5 hours | Distance: 12km circular from Earl Sterndale | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ CHROME HILL & PARKHOUSE HILL – Known as the ‘Dragon’s Back’, this iconic limestone ridgeline offers one of the most photogenic hikes in the Peak District. We’ll follow a rolling spine of grassy summits, with short steep climbs and incredible 360° views over the Upper Dove Valley.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🦖 Striking ridgeline walking | 🌄 Steep but short ascents | 📸 Some of the best landscape photography opportunities in the Peak District

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Supportive, friendly group | ✔️ A perfect autumn adventure for those seeking something unique and memorable

🗣️ “The views were breathtaking – the Dragon’s Back is amazing in autumn colours.” – Emma, Oct 2024
🗣️ “Loved the variety of terrain and the great group atmosphere.” – Mark, Oct 2023
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 1st Oct at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now and walk the Dragon’s Back this autumn!

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🧭 GUIDED RIDGE HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – EXPLORE THE PEAK DISTRICT’S MOST DRAMATIC RIDGELINE! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~5.5 hours | Distance: 12km circular from Earl Sterndale | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ CHROME HILL & PARKHOUSE HILL – Known as the ‘Dragon’s Back’, this iconic limestone ridgeline offers one of the most photogenic hikes in the Peak District. We’ll follow a rolling spine of grassy summits, with short steep climbs and incredible 360° views over the Upper Dove Valley.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🦖 Striking ridgeline walking | 🌄 Steep but short ascents | 📸 Some of the best landscape photography opportunities in the Peak District

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Supportive, friendly group | ✔️ A perfect autumn adventure for those seeking something unique and memorable

🗣️ “The views were breathtaking – the Dragon’s Back is amazing in autumn colours.” – Emma, Oct 2024
🗣️ “Loved the variety of terrain and the great group atmosphere.” – Mark, Oct 2023
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 1st Oct at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now and walk the Dragon’s Back this autumn!

Route Map & Pin Badge
Route Map & Pin Badge
£3.00
A full-filling pack lunch and snacks
A full-filling pack lunch and snacks
£5.00
Optional Car Transport – Brewood or Tamworth Pickup (£10)
Optional Car Transport – Brewood or Tamworth Pickup (£10)
£10.00

🧭 GUIDED RIDGE HIKE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT | £30 ADULTS | £15 UNDER 18s | MAX 15 SPOTS!

🔵 BOOK NOW – EXPLORE THE PEAK DISTRICT’S MOST DRAMATIC RIDGELINE! | Start: 10am | Duration: ~5.5 hours | Distance: 12km circular from Earl Sterndale | Difficulty: Intermediate | Age 12+ | Fully guided by a qualified Mountain Leader 🥾

🏔️ CHROME HILL & PARKHOUSE HILL – Known as the ‘Dragon’s Back’, this iconic limestone ridgeline offers one of the most photogenic hikes in the Peak District. We’ll follow a rolling spine of grassy summits, with short steep climbs and incredible 360° views over the Upper Dove Valley.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 🦖 Striking ridgeline walking | 🌄 Steep but short ascents | 📸 Some of the best landscape photography opportunities in the Peak District

WHY JOIN? ✔️ Led by Dr James Wilkinson, qualified Summer Mountain Leader with 15+ years’ experience | ✔️ Supportive, friendly group | ✔️ A perfect autumn adventure for those seeking something unique and memorable

🗣️ “The views were breathtaking – the Dragon’s Back is amazing in autumn colours.” – Emma, Oct 2024
🗣️ “Loved the variety of terrain and the great group atmosphere.” – Mark, Oct 2023
✅ 4.9/5 average rating from previous walkers

📌 GOOD TO KNOW: Booking closes Thursday 1st Oct at 6pm | Full joining info sent after booking | Refundable up to 48 hours before | Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 🐕

🎟️ READY TO JOIN US? Hit “Purchase” now and walk the Dragon’s Back this autumn!

Arrive between 9.30-10 am- There is a short introduction and briefing for the day

5-6 hour (approx. 10 mile) Easy - Moderate hike including inclines, steps, summits/viewpoints

Lunch at the summit

Return to car park approx. 5-6pm based on group progress

* All walking routes are subject to change based on client’s experience, skill, fitness, and weather conditions

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Contact

📧 Email: James@summitexplorers.co.uk

📞 Phone: 07814902185

Location

Tamworth, B79 7SG