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The Trinnacle

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The Trinnacle

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The Trinnacle

Recommended by 258 hikers out of 261

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Peak District National Park

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Location: Saddleworth, Oldham, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. The Trinnacle loop from Yeoman Hey Reservoir — Peak District National Park

6.69km

02:08

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Dovestone Reservoir – Yeoman Hey Reservoir loop from Greenfield

13.5km

03:55

330m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Yeoman Hey Reservoir – Birchen Clough Waterfall loop from Greenfield

14.1km

04:03

330m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Adie

September 4, 2023

The Trinnacle is a three-pronged gritstone pillar, high above Dove Stone reservoir, that has become a popular location for "selfies" due to coverage on social media.

The pillar and access to it is severely exposed, which means that a fall here would result in a very serious or fatal injury. Ask yourself if it is worth risking your life, or those who may attempt to rescue you - for a photo?

The trails leading to the Trinnacle are steep, slippery, boggy and feature rocky terrain throughout with sections of exposed scrambling. In particular, the scramble segment alongside Birchen Clough / Greenfield Waterfall has taken several people by surprise over the years, resulting in many accidents.

Be aware that weather conditions can change very quickly and this can greatly increase the hazards encountered. Appropriate footwear, clothing and the ability to objectively assess conditions and your own abilities are advised.

More information from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team: omrt.org/news

ExploreWithBrendan

May 22, 2022

Easy enough to climb but should be done with caution as the drop on the other side is very high and could be fatal.

Ian Delve

October 29, 2022

Located high on the hills of Saddleworth Moor, there stands a peculiar rock formation which has well and truly gripped the attention of ramblers from far and wide.
Best known as ‘The Trinnacle’, this fork-shaped gritstone pillar juts out from the moorlands above Dovestone Reservoir and has exploded in popularity as of late.
A magnet for adventurous hikers, many venture here to clamber on-top of the natural wonder and take in the jaw-dropping panoramas,
The by-product of glacial activity dating back some 14,000 years, the deep valleys and splintered crags characterising the landscape all serve as a reminder of what once was.
Broken away from the main cliffs which loom over the reservoirs after years of weathering, the Trinnacle stands alone – like a trio of high-rise buildings

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Location: Saddleworth, Oldham, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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The Trinnacle

1. The Trinnacle loop from Yeoman Hey Reservoir — Peak District National Park

2. Dovestone Reservoir – Yeoman Hey Reservoir loop from Greenfield

3. Yeoman Hey Reservoir – Birchen Clough Waterfall loop from Greenfield

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