'The mass trespass was a key moment in the campaign for better access to the countryside. Its success paved the way for the creation of the National Parks and chimed with the aims and aspirations of the founders of the National Trust.' Mike Innerdale, Property Manager, High Peak Estate
The Right to Ramble
On the 24 April 1932 nearly 500 ramblers descended on to Kinder Scout to exercise their right to roam on open moorland. What followed was a brief but vigorous battle with gamekeepers who tried to halt their progress, before the walkers victoriously marched on to Ashop Head.
This was a pivotal moment in the campaign for better quality access to the countryside and ultimately led to the formation of the National Parks and the Countryside Rights of Way Act which came into force in 2004.
Our presence in the Peak District
We have had a presence in the Peak District since 1906. The whole of Kinder Scout is now owned and managed by us, thanks to the recent acquisition of Coldwell Clough, a 47 hectare piece of land that was the missing link.
© NTPL / Joe Cornish
Mass Planting
To mark the anniversary of the 'Mass Trespass' we organised a mass planting on Kinder Scout on Sunday 6th May 2007. Everyone from visitors to locals were invited to help plant over 150,000 cotton grass plants and re-seed bare peat with heather to help restore this famous landscape.
Downloadable walk sheet and map
Follow in the footsteps of the 1932 trespassers with our free walk sheet and map retrace their historic route by downloading and printing the walk sheet out before you visit.
For more information on historic events in the Peak District and more walk routes visit the Peak District microsite. |
