Pots and Pans is actually the name of the large rock (stone) that sits at the top of Aldermans Hill overlooking Uppermill. It gets its unusual name from a series …

Ian Delve

March 11, 2022

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The memorial obelisk is located on top of Alderman's Hill (also known as Pots and Pans Hill). The memorial is Grade II listed - There are multiple bronze plaques on …

Jo | The Wandering Wildflower

December 28, 2021

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A fabulous place to explore! The holes in the top are meant to have been used for mystical purposes in days gone by.

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1. Pots and Pans Stone loop via Alderman's Hill

3.85km

01:17

180m

Hike the easy 2.4-mile Pots and Pans Stone loop via Alderman's Hill in Peak District National Park, featuring unique gritstone formations an

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2. Dovestone Reservoir – Pots and Pans War Memorial loop from Greenfield

9.71km

02:59

310m

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

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3. Pots and Pans Obelisk – Broadstone Trig Point loop from Uppermill

10.0km

03:00

290m

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

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Elevation 400 m

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

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Pots and Pans War Memorial

1. Pots and Pans Stone loop via Alderman's Hill

2. Dovestone Reservoir – Pots and Pans War Memorial loop from Greenfield

3. Pots and Pans Obelisk – Broadstone Trig Point loop from Uppermill

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