Wetton Valley – Trig point at Ecton Hill summit loop from Thor's Cave

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Staffordshire Moorlands

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Wetton Valley – Trig point at Ecton Hill summit loop from Thor's Cave

Moderate

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Wetton Valley – Trig point at Ecton Hill summit loop from Thor's Cave

04:16

14.5km

400m

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: September 3, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.28 km

Wetton Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

Lovely ice cream at the cafe.

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1.42 km

Steep Valley in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Natural

2.10 km

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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3.95 km

Hoo Brook

Highlight • Gorge

Beautiful path running along the stream. Perfect place to take a break and admire the scenery.

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10.5 km

Ecton Hill Gunpowder Store

Highlight • Structure

Former gunpowder store for the Ecton Hill copper mines.

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10.8 km

Ecton Copper Mine and Engine House

Highlight • Historical Site

National Trust property. Access only on pre-arranged trips but fantastic views and informative interpretation boards explaining the history, construction and engineering feat of the mine.

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11.2 km

Trig point at Ecton Hill summit

Highlight • Summit

Ecton Hill summit reaches an altitude of 369m. It's also known locally as "Hollow Hill" due to the extensive mining operations that have gone on here for centuries. The ground …

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12.7 km

Wetton Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

A gently rising hill to get started on the path to more vigorous running, you could even make a day of this area as there are so many other things to see and do here.

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