Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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2.22 km

Gawton's Cave

Highlight • Natural Monument

This highlight has a story to it that will explain the name I have given it (I couldn't find a name for it when I researched after the hike).

I …

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2.88 km

Tree Swing by the Lake

Highlight • Structure

Oh to be a child again!

Since my last visit here, grips have been secured onto the tree for climbing and a rope for swinging into the water.

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3.27 km

Knypersley Pool

Highlight • Lake

3.45 km

Pool Car Park, Knypersley Reservoir

Highlight • Parking

I passed this second carpark and wanted to highlight it for those komooters who need another free place to park.

This carpark had no time limit displayed at the gate …

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3.95 km

Lovers' Tree

Highlight • Natural

I thought this was charming.

I have not before seen such a graffiti carved trunk of lovers' initials.

I hope their love lasts as long as the initials remain etched.

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5.95 km

Warden's Tower (Knypersley Castle)

Highlight • Monument

This is a 3 storey prospect tower with an attached wing built in 1829 for a gamekeeper. (Lucky fella!)

It is sometimes referred to as Knypersley Castle.

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6.17 km

Knypersley Reservoir Conservation Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

It's nice to reserve sections to the wildlife. The public still benefit as we are able to enjoy more species upon our visit.

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6.47 km

Gawton's Well Waterfall

Highlight • Viewpoint

The ridge at the top of the fall is perfect for crossing barefoot. Its a very shallow depth.

The rocks below are perfectly situated for a very invigorating seated shower …

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8.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.30 km

1.52 km

1.27 km

849 m

753 m

166 m

Surfaces

2.51 km

2.08 km

1.43 km

1.27 km

891 m

619 m

Elevation

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Lowest point (170 m)

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Gawton's Cave

Tree Swing by the Lake

Knypersley Pool

Pool Car Park, Knypersley Reservoir

Lovers' Tree

Warden's Tower (Knypersley Castle)

Knypersley Reservoir Conservation Area

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