Shatton Edge [Burton Bole]

About Shatton Edge [Burton Bole]

Rising steeply between the Hope Valley and the moors of Abney, this gritstone ridge offers a high-level traverse with minimal effort. While the presence of telecommunication masts lends it a functional feel, the expansive views across the Noe Valley to Win Hill and the Great Ridge are among the finest in the Dark Peak.

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• •The summit name, Burton Bole, points to the area’s industrial heritage; a 'bole' was an ancient hilltop site used for smelting lead ore, relying on the prevailing winds to fan the fires before the introduction of bellows.
• •From the trig pillar, there is a commanding perspective across the Vale of Edale toward the distinct peak of Win Hill and the sprawling southern edge of the Kinder Scout plateau.
• •The ridge acts as a major communications hub for the region, dominated by a cluster of tall masts that serve as an unmistakable navigational landmark for walkers on the nearby Stanage Edge.
• •Shatton Lane, which runs along the spine of the hill, is one of the highest paved routes in the Peak District, making the summit unusually accessible for those looking for expansive views without a long trek across peat hags.
• •Despite the impressive engineering of the radio masts, the local sheep remain entirely unimpressed, generally preferring the shelter of the concrete equipment buildings to the panoramic views of Mam Tor.