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View of Cats Tor – Shining Tor trig point loop from Jenkin Chapel (St John the Baptist)

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North West England

View of Cats Tor – Shining Tor trig point loop from Jenkin Chapel (St John the Baptist)

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View of Cats Tor – Shining Tor trig point loop from Jenkin Chapel (St John the Baptist)

01:20

11.0km

290m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

2.06 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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2

2.38 km

View Towards Cats Tor

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

3.17 km

Stone path between Cats Tor and Shining Tor

Highlight • Trail

Don’t miss this spectacular path

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4

3.37 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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5

4.19 km

View Towards Shining Tor and Firwood–Lax Fidge Signpost

Highlight • Viewpoint

6

6.68 km

Woodland Path and Bridge by the Goyt River

Highlight • Trail

Peaceful woodland path with view of the Goyt River

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7

7.78 km

Bluebells at Errwood Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

8

9.61 km

Stone Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

B

11.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.78 km

3.46 km

375 m

309 m

109 m

Surfaces

3.84 km

3.10 km

2.62 km

1,000 m

309 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 9 September

16°C

7°C

82 %

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