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The Lonely Tree on Back Tor

The Lonely Tree on Back Tor

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The Lonely Tree on Back Tor

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Location: Castleton, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Jason Out and About

February 7, 2026

Hiking

Whenever I walk along the ridge I always look at the lonely tree and just it makes me happy I don't know why, but just looking at in all weathers. It just looks so strong alone on top of the hill

Jason Out and About

February 7, 2026

Hiking

Walking from Mam tor and you will see it at the top of Back tor

Simon Wilson

March 30, 2026

Hiking

Great little scramble up

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Elevation 390 m

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Monday 20 July

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Castleton, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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