Expect wonderful views across the Peak District from the trig point on Sponds Hill. The summit is on the Gritstone Trail, a 35-mile (56 km) route through Cheshire's Peak District. From here, it's just a short walk to the Bowstones and the Alan Monkhouse Memorial on Higher Moor.

oliviakellis

September 9, 2023

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Sponds Hill offers fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding Peak District landscape.

Patrick Bramall

December 3, 2021

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On private property unfortunately but you can see it from the fence

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1. Sponds Hill & Lyme Park loop — Peak District National Park

12.0km

03:27

290m

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

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2. Sponds Hill Trig Point – Andrew's Knob loop from Pott Shrigley

6.88km

01:58

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Lantern, Lyme Park – View of Edale and Kinder Scout loop from Pott Shrigley

11.5km

03:18

270m

280m

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

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Elevation 410 m

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Location: Lyme Handley, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Sponds Hill Summit and Viewpoint

1. Sponds Hill & Lyme Park loop — Peak District National Park

2. Sponds Hill Trig Point – Andrew's Knob loop from Pott Shrigley

3. The Lantern, Lyme Park – View of Edale and Kinder Scout loop from Pott Shrigley

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