Under the care of the National Trust, High Wheeldon is a small but wonderfully distinct hill in the Peak District National Park. It sits above beautiful Dovedale, to the south of the spa town of Buxton, and reaches 1,387 feet (422 m). A tall, dome shape, High Wheeldon almost looks as though it was constructed by humans, and its towering nature offers you excellent views across the stunning surrounding landscapes.

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Location: Hartington Middle Quarter, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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1. Aldery Cliff to Hollins Hill loop — Peak District National Park

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2. Dragon's Back loop from Longnor — Peak District National Park

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3. Parkhouse Hill – View of High Wheeldon loop from Longnor

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420m

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Dan Hobson

October 4, 2018

High Wheeldon is a distinctive dome-shaped hill that offers fabulous views over Chrome and Parkhouse. The short but steep hill involves a slog to the summit but it’s well worth it. High Wheeldon makes a great addition to hikes over the ‘Dragon’s Back’.

Tom

March 1, 2019

High Wheeldon provides great views over to Parkhouse and Chrome, if coming from Longnor it can look very challenging but its quite a gentle climb round the back to the top.

David Howells

June 6, 2021

A short but steep little pull up to the 422m high trig pointed top. Great views of Parkhouse and Chrome Hill to the NW. We had a drizzly first part of the day, on a sky blue day this would be an awesome view.

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Location: Hartington Middle Quarter, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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High Wheeldon Summit Trig Point

1. Aldery Cliff to Hollins Hill loop — Peak District National Park

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