SK2285 : Quietus, High Neb
Moderate hill walk; exposed rocky edge

High Neb

458m Elevation
108m Prominence
England Country
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Overview

High Neb

High Neb is the 458 m high point of Stanage Edge above Hathersage. Its exact summit is an outcrop at SK 22782 85368, 40 m WNW of the trig point. DoBIH records a 108 m drop and an Abney-level observation placing the outcrop 25 cm above the trig’s flush bracket. Reaching the pillar alone does not identify the precise summit.

A complete circuit from Hollin Bank

The Peak District Kids circuit starts and finishes at Hollin Bank car park, SK23808368. It climbs through the plantation, follows the upper edge past High Neb’s trig to Stanage End, and returns beneath the cliffs before rejoining the outward path. The publisher gives 7.7 km, 217 m total ascent and about 2.5 hours without children, advising at least 4 hours with young children. These are full-circuit figures.

The guide does not identify the exact outcrop summit. A summit diversion changes the published metrics. Stanedge Pole, the separate 444.1 m DoBIH hill to the south-east, and Robin Hood’s Cave are not part of this circuit. The retained route is not a Pennine Way section.

Rock and landscape

Stanage’s Rivelin or Chatsworth Grit is coarse Carboniferous sandstone deposited by an ancient river-delta system. Millstones left below the crags reflect its industrial use. The edge overlooks Hathersage and the Hope Valley, with Win Hill, Mam Tor and Kinder in the wider outlook. “Neb” is a northern English word for a projecting peak or rock feature; its precise local naming history is uncertain.

Getting there

Use the signed pay-and-display Hollin Bank car park. Dennis Knoll is an alternative official approach to High Neb, but requires a different route plan. Toilets are on The Dale road east of Hollin Bank; carry food and water. Hathersage has further services, rail access and buses, with an additional uphill approach to the estate.

At the 18 October 2026 check, the National Park’s closures page displayed a Hooks Carr car-park restriction from 6 October for four weeks, without a year in that notice. Check before travelling. It is not a stated High Neb summit closure.

Safety and conservation

Stay back from cliff edges and take care on uneven rocks, wet paths and the ladder stile. Wind and low cloud can make this exposed walk more demanding. Keep dogs on short leads on the National Park estate. Before taking a dog west of High Neb, check current access information: the BMC listing flags dog exclusions on some access land, while rights of way and concessionary paths remain open. The precise boundary along this circuit has not been verified. Respect signed nesting-bird restrictions and do not bring fires or barbecues. Park only in designated bays.

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Ladybower Reservoir: Lost Villages Circuit from Fairholmes

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Route planning notes

These notes describe possible approaches, not verified navigable routes or permission to cross land. Check current paths, local access rules and conditions before setting out.

Hollin Bank, High Neb trig point and Stanage End circuit

Start and finish at Hollin Bank car park, SK23808368 (called Hollins Bank by the route author). Climb through the plantation, turn left along the edge, pass High Neb’s trig point and continue to Stanage End. Descend left to the path beneath the edge, follow it back past millstones, cross the ladder stile and rejoin the outward path to the car park. Peak District Kids gives 7.7 km, 217 m total ascent and about 2.5 hours without children; it advises at least 4 hours with young children. These figures apply only to the full published circuit. The exact summit outcrop 40 m WNW of the trig is not explicitly identified by that guide; a diversion to it is not included in the certified route metrics. Stanedge Pole and Robin Hood’s Cave are excluded. https://peakdistrictkids.co.uk/stanage-edge-walk/

7.7 km ~2.5 hours Moderate; rough cliff-edge paths and ladder stile
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Hill facts and local notes

Classifications

Hump 400-499m hill Ethel

Elevation

458m

1,503 ft

Prominence

108m

Coordinates

53.3647, -1.6591

SK227853

OS Map

110

Explorer: OL1E

At the Summit

The exact 458 m summit is an outcrop 40 m WNW of the trig point, at SK 22782 85368. DoBIH’s Abney-level observation puts it above nearby contenders and 25 cm above the trig flush bracket. The trig itself is a landmark rather than the exact summit.

Terrain & Geology

Rough uneven rock-edge paths moorland and plantation approaches. The published circuit has an initial climb a descent at Stanage End paths beneath the cliffs and a ladder stile. Wet ground can be slippery or boggy.

High Neb is part of the Stanage gritstone escarpment. Its Rivelin, or Chatsworth, Grit is a coarse Carboniferous sandstone in the Millstone Grit succession, deposited by rivers in an advancing delta system. Cross-bedding and pebbly layers are characteristic.

Views & Scenery

The Stanage escarpment overlooks the Hope Valley and Hathersage, with views towards Win Hill, Mam Tor, Kinder Scout and, on the circuit, Ladybower Reservoir. Distant views depend on visibility.

History & Heritage

Name Origin

In northern English usage, “neb” can mean a peak or projecting gritstone feature. Collins traces the word to Old English nebb, related to Old Norse nef. A specific historical derivation of High Neb’s place-name has not been established here.

Historical Significance

Abandoned millstones below Stanage Edge record its former quarrying industry. The wider North Lees estate also contains prehistoric and later archaeological sites; Stanedge Pole is a separate boundary landmark along Long Causeway.

Getting There & Facilities

Check current local access restrictions, parking rules and transport timetables before travelling. These notes do not confirm public access to the summit.

Parking

Hollin Bank car park, SK23808368, is the start of the described circuit. Dennis Knoll is another official access car park for High Neb, but starting there changes the route. The National Park says its estate car parks are pay-and-display, including card payment. Check the current Hooks Carr closure notice and do not use roadside verges.

Public Transport

The National Park recommends Hathersage station on the Hope Valley Line or bus 272 to Hathersage, followed by roughly two miles of uphill walking to the estate. Neither directly reaches the edge. Check current rail and bus timetables; these approach miles are additional to the Hollin Bank circuit.

Nearby Facilities

Public toilets are on The Dale road about 250 m east of Hollin Bank car park, according to the National Park. There are no summit facilities or permanent refreshments at the estate car parks; Hathersage has shops, cafes and pubs. Bring food and water.

Safety Information

Known Hazards

  • Keep well back from the cliff edge and supervise children: a slip or gust can have serious consequences.
  • Uneven gritstone, wet rocks, boggy paths and the ladder stile require care. Carry a map, weather protection and suitable footwear.
  • Keep dogs on short leads on the National Park estate. Check access restrictions before taking a dog west of High Neb: the BMC access listing flags dog exclusions on some access land, while public rights of way and concessionary paths remain open. The precise restricted-land boundary along this circuit has not been verified. Obey signed nesting-bird restrictions.
  • No fires or barbecues on the estate. Use designated parking and do not block verges, gates or emergency access.
  • Checked 18 October 2026: the National Park’s current closures page says Hooks Carr car park is partially or fully closed from 6 October for four weeks. That notice does not specify a year. Check current notices; this is a car-park restriction, not a declared closure of High Neb.

General Safety Tips

  • Check weather conditions before setting out
  • Carry appropriate clothing and equipment
  • Let someone know your planned route
  • Take a map, compass, and GPS device
  • Carry emergency supplies: food, water, first aid kit, torch

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