Dovestone Reservoir – Yeoman Hey Reservoir loop from Greenfield
Dovestone Reservoir – Yeoman Hey Reservoir loop from Greenfield
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Dovestone Reservoir – Yeoman Hey Reservoir loop from Greenfield
03:56
13.5km
330m
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 8, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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1.88 km
Dovestone Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the iconic Peak District National Park and is a truly breathtaking location, oozing peace and serenity.
Tip by
3.57 km
Yeoman Hey Reservoir
Highlight • Viewpoint
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
Tip by
5.02 km
Greenfield Reservoir
Highlight • Natural
Tip by
5.85 km
Greenfield Brook Waterfalls
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.26 km
Birchen Clough Waterfall
Highlight • Natural Monument
Tip by
7.23 km
The Trinnacle
Highlight • Natural Monument
The pillar and access to it is severely exposed, which means that a fall here would result in a very serious or fatal injury. Ask yourself if it is worth risking your life, or those who may attempt to rescue you - for a photo?
The trails leading to the Trinnacle are steep, slippery, boggy and feature rocky terrain throughout with sections of exposed scrambling. In particular, the scramble segment alongside Birchen Clough / Greenfield Waterfall has taken several people by surprise over the years, resulting in many accidents.
Be aware that weather conditions can change very quickly and this can greatly increase the hazards encountered. Appropriate footwear, clothing and the ability to objectively assess conditions and your own abilities are advised.
More information from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team: omrt.org/news
Tip by
7.25 km
The Trinnacle
Highlight • Viewpoint
The pillar and access to it is severely exposed, which means that a fall here would result in a very serious or fatal injury. Ask yourself if it is worth risking your life, or those who may attempt to rescue you - for a photo?
The trails leading to the Trinnacle are steep, slippery, boggy and feature rocky terrain throughout with sections of exposed scrambling. In particular, the scramble segment alongside Birchen Clough / Greenfield Waterfall has taken several people by surprise over the years, resulting in many accidents.
Be aware that weather conditions can change very quickly and this can greatly increase the hazards encountered. Appropriate footwear, clothing and the ability to objectively assess conditions and your own abilities are advised.
More information from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team: omrt.org/news
Tip by
8.28 km
James Platt Memorial Cross
Highlight • Historical Site
Radcliffe’s gun discharged accidentally after he stumbled while they were out with a shooting party on the moors, hitting Platt in the lower leg.
Sadly he died just over an hour later, having suffered extensive blood loss. His family declined the suggestion of a public monument, but commemorated him with a memorial cross placed up on the moor looking down over Dovestone.
Tip by
10.6 km
Dove Stone Reservoir
Lake
11.4 km
Dove Stone reservoir memorial forest
Forest
13.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.32 km
2.59 km
892 m
333 m
234 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.09 km
3.91 km
2.71 km
2.41 km
320 m
< 100 m
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