Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw
~2 days · 30 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw is known for
Sections 3–4 of Pennine Way is an official 43.5 km point-to-point section from Standedge to Ickornshaw.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,175 ft to 5,016 ft over 30 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.3 mi · 38%
- Downhill 12.7 mi · 43%
- Flat 5.7 mi · 19%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw scores 15/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw take?
Most backpackers hike the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 30 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw?
The Pennine Way — Sections 3–4: Standedge to Ickornshaw climbs roughly 3,691 ft total — about 123 ft per mile, topping out near 1,532 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.