Rowtor Rocks are a series of caves, rooms, alcoves, tunnels, flights of stone steps, a stone armchair, a square font, ring markings, rock basins and square sockets for crosses. The impressive sculpting was completed by local parson Thomas Eyre three centuries ago.

Tom

June 27, 2019

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Now this is a proper play ground in my opinion. You could spend hours here.

Anton

September 26, 2020

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Great for bouldering and climbing

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1. Robin Hood's Stride and Nine Ladies Stone Circle loop from Birchover

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Hike a moderate 9.2-mile loop from Birchover to explore Robin Hood's Stride and the ancient Nine Ladies Stone Circle in the Peak District.

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2. Robin Hood's Stride – Nine Ladies Stone Circle loop from Youlgreave

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

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3. Cork Stone – Stanton Moor Trig Point loop from Birchover CP

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

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Elevation 240 m

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Location: Birchover, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Rowtor Rocks

1. Robin Hood's Stride and Nine Ladies Stone Circle loop from Birchover

2. Robin Hood's Stride – Nine Ladies Stone Circle loop from Youlgreave

3. Cork Stone – Stanton Moor Trig Point loop from Birchover CP

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