Peak District
Harrop Edge
348M
1142FT
About Harrop Edge
Rising above the residential slopes of Stalyhill, this western Peak District ridge offers a sharp contrast between urban sprawl and open moorland. Crossing its grassy crest provides clear sights across the Longdendale Valley towards Wild Bank, while the Manchester skyline dominates the western horizon on clear days.
Key Statistics
Rank
334th Highest in Peak District
Parent Range
The Peak District
Prominence
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58
Nearest Town
Stalyhill
Geology
Harrop Edge is built from layers of sturdy sandstone and hardened mud. This solid foundation forms the rugged slopes and firm ridges beneath your boots.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SJ983963
Latitude
53.4634°N
Longitude
2.0271°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Harrop likely derives from the Old English 'hara' (hare) and 'hop' (a small valley), suggesting the ridge originally overlooked a secluded side-valley known for its hare population.
- •From the summit trig pillar, the view offers a stark geographical transition: the glass towers of central Manchester are visible to the west, while the gritstone mass of Bleaklow defines the eastern skyline.
- •The ridge serves as a key high-point for the Tame Valley Way, providing walkers with an elevated link between the industrial heritage of Stalybridge and the rural expanses of the Longdendale Valley.
- •The hill's position on the very edge of the Pennines makes it a notorious wind-tunnel; it is an ideal location to discover exactly how wind-resistant your 'windproof' jacket actually is.