Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 22, 2026

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1.68 km

Summit Stone Marker

Highlight • Viewpoint

Epic 360 views. Avoid the rocky downhill section just after the top of the summit unless you are expert downhill riding. Nicer ride down towards Mottram Rd

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2.25 km

Wild Bank Trig Point

Highlight • Summit

beautiful place for sunset. Views over Glossop, Stalybridge and the moors around.

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2.26 km

View of Manchester from Blackstone Edge

Highlight • Viewpoint

It takes a bit of sweat and tears getting there. But on a clear day. The views back to Manchester are second to none

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3.52 km

View of Swineshaw Reservoirs

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to stop and rest with lovely views over Swineshaw Reservoirs and the moorland beyond.

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3.83 km

View of the Reservoir and Hills

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

8.18 km

View of Glossop

Highlight • Viewpoint

Well worth the short detour for the views.

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9.53 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.02 km

2.61 km

1.92 km

1.48 km

252 m

147 m

Surfaces

3.87 km

2.35 km

1.87 km

1.23 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Wednesday 11 March

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Wild Bank Trig Point – View of Swineshaw Reservoirs loop from Mottram

Summit Stone Marker

Wild Bank Trig Point

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