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The Edge – Abandoned mine Loop from Alderley Edge

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The Edge – Abandoned mine Loop from Alderley Edge

Ian Pennington planned a hike

October 16, 2021

The Edge – Abandoned mine Loop from Alderley Edge

Moderate

02:17

8.09km

3.5km/h

170m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.61 km

View from Alderley Edge

Highlight • Natural Monument

Enjoy terrific views toward Manchester and to the hills of Cheshire's Peak District from 'The Edge', a dramatic red sandstone escarpment standing tall in the Cheshire Plains.

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2.01 km

Armada Beacon

Highlight • Viewpoint

During the 16th century the Armada Beacon was part of a chain of beacons used as an alarm system to warn against an invasion of the country.

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2.33 km

Stormy Point is a rocky outcrop providing a fantastic viewpoint overlooking the north-eastern slopes of Alderley Edge. The viewpoint makes a great place to sit and catch your breath whilst enjoying breathtaking views across to the Pennines.

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3.20 km

Dickens Wood — Abandoned Mine Entrance

Highlight • Cave

not in use yes, but you can go on organised trips into the mine which is superb.

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3.47 km

Clock House Wood Stepping Stones

Highlight • Bridge

Stepping stones take you on your route to Hare Hill

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4.49 km

Waterfall Wood Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

This is a beautiful hidden waterfall situated on the edge of Alderley Edge in Waterfall Wood. Water flows off the edge of a rock face into a pretty pool of …

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8.09 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.87 km

1.75 km

601 m

470 m

379 m

Surfaces

5.09 km

1.77 km

666 m

453 m

< 100 m

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The Edge – Abandoned mine Loop from Alderley Edge

View from Alderley Edge

Armada Beacon

View from Stormy Point

Dickens Wood — Abandoned Mine Entrance

Clock House Wood Stepping Stones

Waterfall Wood Waterfall

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