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Higger Tor – Owler Tor Rocks Loop from Hathersage

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Higger Tor – Owler Tor Rocks Loop from Hathersage

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August 31, 2021

Higger Tor – Owler Tor Rocks Loop from Hathersage

Hard

05:08

18.1km

3.5km/h

400m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Train Station

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4.17 km

View of Stanage Edge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hooks Carr car park gets really busy as it’s free

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4.30 km

Higger Tor is a distinctive landmark of the Dark Peak. Standing at 1,424 feet (434 m) high, you are afforded spectacular panoramic views from the summit, that stretch over the Burbage Valley and the Iron Age hill fort, Carl Wark.

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6.60 km

Burbage Edge

Highlight • Natural

Burbage Edge is a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Peak District. It overlooks the Burbage district of Buxton in Derbyshire featuring a perfect shot of Higger Tor across the valley.

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9.18 km

Fox House

Highlight • Restaurant

A great pub, that should be on everyones map, a spot to plan your walk or ride to or from, with great food and real ales, often busy, but thats for a good reason. Highly recommend. Enjoy.

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11.2 km

Longshaw Estate

Highlight • Natural

The stone carving below the cafe lawn is a map of the Peak District National Park. The millstone under the yew trees through the small gate recognises the huge contribution given to Longshaw by volunteers.

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13.5 km

Owler Tor

Highlight • Natural Monument

Owler Tor is a collection of striking gritstone formations set in heather covered moorland which creates a particularly spectacular backdrop in August, when it can be surrounded by a sea …

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