The B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site on Bleaklow is a must-see when visiting the Peak District. In this guide, I share the details of this popular walk, as well as all the essential info you’ll need before visiting.
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B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Walk at a Glance
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B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Walk FAQs
How to Get There
While several routes and trails lead to the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site, the easiest and quickest way is to get to Snake Pass Summit and walk from there.
The B29′ Overexposed’ Crash Site is less than a 3-km walk from Snake Pass Summit. I’ll provide the walk details further down the article.
Best Time to Visit
As I mentioned earlier, the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site is a popular attraction in the Peak District. It’s even listed on Atlas Obscura as one of the most unusual hidden gems in the UK.
Regardless of when you visit, you are unlikely to be alone on the trail. However, visiting during the week is a good place to start. We went on a Thursday afternoon and saw only a handful of other people.
B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Map
B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Walk Difficulty
I class this walking route as one of the easier walks in the Peak District. That’s because the trail is well-trodden, paved, and easy to follow, and there isn’t much of an incline to worry about either.
You can intensify the hike if you wish. We turned our hike into a 14-mile circular walk, including Alport Castles.
Another way to up the ante of the hike would be to start your walk in Glossop. This circular walk on All Trails is 8.2 miles. There are even trails leading you to Kinder Scout from Snake Pass.
Other Things Worth Knowing
Dogs: The entirety of the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site trail is dog-friendly.
Kids: The B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site trail is also child-friendly.
Weather: Be mindful that the weather can change quickly and the moors can be disorientating in poor visibility.
Pushchair/Wheelchair Access: Unfortunately, this route is not accessible with a pushchair or wheelchair.
Facilities: There are no facilities nearby.
Map: It’s always good to have a map handy. We use All Trails for this purpose.
My Experience on the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Walk
From the lay-by parking area, we followed the gravel path that leads into the open moorland. You’ll know you’re on the right track when you see the National Trust sign for ‘Hope Woodland Moor’. This trail is part of the infamous Pennine Way.
The path was in excellent condition, but considering the popularity of the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site, I was confused by the lack of signs. I was grateful that we had All Trails to help us guide the way.
We followed the path for 1.7km before taking a left toward the crash site. There was a little stone marker with an arrow on it. You can see it in the photo below.
This section of the walk was really nice. The trail hugs a little stream to the right with beautiful views all around.
Eventually, there was a stone crossing over the stream, followed by a sign to the left with a black and white arrow marking. Follow that, and you’re just minutes away from the B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site.
The first thing to catch my eye was the American flag dancing in the wind. As cool as this place is, it’s impossible to forget the tragic events that happened here. An undeniable sombre mood haunts the site. A reminder to treat it with respect.
A local guy told us that people had stolen some of the most valuable parts from the wreckage. But it wasn’t all bad news. We walked around in awe at all the beautiful memorials people had left.
After some time, it was time to continue our walk. If you’re returning to Snake Pass Summit, you can either go back the way you came or take the trail past Higher Shelf Stones for some epic views.
Enjoy this B29 ‘Overexposed’ Crash Site Walk
I hope you enjoy this B29 Overexposed Crash Site walk as much as we did. If you’re visiting the area soon, you might find some of our Peak District articles helpful.
If you have any questions, please ask. Otherwise, I wish you happy and safe travels.
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