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The average length of the 50 walks in this book is 15.4km (9.6 miles), and the average height gain is 456m (1495ft).

Times

Timings are subjective, and also depend on the individual’s level of fitness. Those given for each walk are the times taken by the author, carrying a day sack, camera and so on, and so they take the nature of the terrain into account. The timings do not include an allowance for any stops.

However, rather than rely on the author’s figures, it is far better to learn by experience what your own pace is, and then use the distance and height gain information (in the information box at the start of each walk) to get an idea of how long it will take you, given your personal level of fitness. Then be sure to allow for the terrain, which in the Pennines is renowned for being difficult and boggy, to the extent that minor detours become necessary following wet weather.

Maps

Although the guide contains map extracts, you are strongly advised to take with you the relevant sheet map for the route, not only for safety reasons but also to give a wider picture of the landscapes you are walking through. Note that key landmarks that feature on the maps appear in bold in the text to help you plot the route. (The map extracts in this book are taken from these 1:50,000 maps, expanded to 1:40,000 so that 1km is represented by 2.5cm on the map.)