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Shining Tor trig point – Errwood Reservoir loop from Whaley Bridge

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Shining Tor trig point – Errwood Reservoir loop from Whaley Bridge

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Shining Tor trig point – Errwood Reservoir loop from Whaley Bridge

05:40

19.6km

490m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.60 km

View of Cats Tor

Highlight • Natural Monument

From here you can see the striking Cats Tor, a hill renowned for its rugged terrain and rocky outcrops. The landscape is characterised by heather-covered moors and a diverse array of wildlife.

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8.69 km

Stone path between Cats Tor and Shining Tor

Highlight • Trail

Don’t miss this spectacular path

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8.88 km

Shining Tor trig point

Highlight • Summit

One of the most noted of the Peak District’s tops. Nestled around Errwood Reservoir it make’s for a nice scenic outing but not the best of weather day’s for it …

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9.73 km

View of Shining Tor

Highlight • Summit

A great viewpoint above Buxton on route to Shining Tor.

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10.9 km

View of Errwood Reservoir and the Goyt Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stunning views across the Peak District.

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12.5 km

Wooden Bridge in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Bridge

There are two pictures of two different bridges in the photo files. They are both on the same route and they are both good resting spots as such. Lovely area in anyway!

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13.8 km

Errwood Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Errwood Reservoir is a drinking-water reservoir in the Peak District National Park, within the county of Derbyshire and very close to the boundary with Cheshire. The reservoir was the second …

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15.4 km

View of Fernilee Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Great place to take a little breather, maybe even take a picnic, and enjoy the peace and quiet.

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19.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

4.13 km

2.51 km

1.29 km

150 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

3.47 km

2.87 km

1.42 km

983 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 22 June

30°C

16°C

23 %

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Shining Tor trig point – Errwood Reservoir loop from Whaley Bridge

View of Cats Tor

Stone path between Cats Tor and Shining Tor

Shining Tor trig point

View of Shining Tor

View of Errwood Reservoir and the Goyt Valley

Wooden Bridge in Peak District National Park

Errwood Reservoir

View of Fernilee Reservoir

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