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West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Thor's Cave – Wetton Valley loop from Butterton

Hiking trails & Routes

West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Thor's Cave – Wetton Valley loop from Butterton

Moderate

4.8

(65)

223

hikers

Thor's Cave – Wetton Valley loop from Butterton

03:13

10.7km

340m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.24 km

View of Stream and Countryside Near Ossams Hill

Highlight • Natural

This is a lovely bit of landscape near Ossams Hill in the Peak District. There is a mix of rolling hills, open moorland and patchwork fields and some ancient dry stone walls dotted around.

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3.41 km

Ladyside Wood

Forest

3

3.86 km

View of Thor's Cave and the Manifold Valley

Highlight • River

Lovely views down to the River Manifold and Manifold Valley.

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4

4.25 km

Thor's Cave

Highlight • Cave

The views alone are worth the trek up, especially those past the cave and up at the cloud. You'll need a buddy to help you scramble the last section into …

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5

4.68 km

Route to Thor's Cave

Highlight • Summit

6

5.16 km

Concession Path to Thor's Cave

Highlight • Viewpoint

7

7.69 km

Wetton Valley

Highlight • Trail

Wetton Valley, nestled in the Peak District of England, is a stunning natural haven. Characterized by limestone gorges, lush greenery, and the Dovedale River, it offers serene hiking trails and a serene escape into the countryside.

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8

8.23 km

Wetton Mill Café

Highlight • River

Nice little cafe along the side of the river.

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9

8.32 km

Bridge over the River Manifold

Highlight • Bridge

B

10.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.46 km

2.36 km

458 m

344 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.83 km

2.13 km

2.08 km

1.96 km

957 m

758 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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