When you’re standing in the midst of this bleak moorland, it might be hard to imagine that you’re actually at the highest point of any UK city. After all, there …

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Location: Bradfield, Sheffield, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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David Howells

June 1, 2021

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Lovely spot, small cairn to mark High Stones/Howden Edge. Lovely rugger moorland views, no jagged peaks here just bleak moorland...but beautiful on a sunny day like today!

Mark

July 6, 2020

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You get a full 360 degree view. Use the stones and the rocks to picnic and admire the views of the Dark Peaks

Glenn 👣

May 29, 2020

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High Stones, at 550 metres (1,804 ft), is the highest point within the boundaries of both Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
Great 360° views.

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1. Margery Hill and High Stones Loop

12.0km

03:34

340m

Hike the moderate 7.5-mile Margery Hill and High Stones Loop in Peak District National Park, gaining 1106 feet over 3 hours and 33 minutes.

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2. Howden Moor & Slippery Stones loop from Derwent Reservoir — Peak District National Park

21.6km

06:11

500m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent

25.4km

07:10

510m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 550 m

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Location: Bradfield, Sheffield, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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High Stones Summit

1. Margery Hill and High Stones Loop

2. Howden Moor & Slippery Stones loop from Derwent Reservoir — Peak District National Park

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