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Knypersley Reservoir – The Old Man of Mow loop from Mow Cop Castle

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Knypersley Reservoir – The Old Man of Mow loop from Mow Cop Castle

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Knypersley Reservoir – The Old Man of Mow loop from Mow Cop Castle

05:15

18.9km

340m

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: June 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.86 km

The Grotto and Gene's Grave

Highlight • Structure

Fun little walk through to the nature reserve but the grotto itself has mystical notes to it too if you check out the floor design.

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5.48 km

Serpentine Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Such a great spot to visit. Pack a picnic as there are plenty of benches around to have a break and take in these beautiful views.

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6.07 km

Knypersley Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

According to Wiki, Knypersley Reservoir is a canal feeder reservoir near Biddulph in Staffordshire. ... the upper one being the Serpentine Pool which feeds the lower Knypersley Pool or reservoir.

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6.49 km

Trout Hatchery, Knypersley Hall Estate

Highlight • Historical Site

A trout hatchery was built to spawn, hatch and grow trout until they were large enough to be released into Knypersley Reservoir ready for fishing. The hatchery is now unused …

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6.82 km

Warden's Tower (Knypersley Castle)

Highlight • Monument

This is a 3 storey prospect tower with an attached wing built in 1829 for a gamekeeper. (Lucky fella!)

It is sometimes referred to as Knypersley Castle.

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15.2 km

Nick i' th' Hill Hamlet

Highlight • Settlement

A beautiful little hamlet of 8 or so dwellings is to be found in this geological feature known locally as Nick i' th' Hill.

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15.8 km

Willocks Wood

Highlight • Natural

Willocks Wood is a pretty woodland below Nick i' th' Hill. Composed of mainly oak and silver birch, the woodland is home to much flora and fauna.

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18.3 km

The Old Man of Mow

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Old Man of Mow is a mysterious rock on the summit of Mow Cop. From this spot, you experience an awe-inspiring vista. On a clear day, views stretch into …

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18.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.19 km

4.85 km

3.50 km

2.07 km

1.91 km

406 m

Surfaces

6.00 km

3.92 km

3.64 km

2.99 km

1.62 km

756 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

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Knypersley Reservoir – The Old Man of Mow loop from Mow Cop Castle

The Grotto and Gene's Grave

Serpentine Lake

Knypersley Reservoir

Trout Hatchery, Knypersley Hall Estate

Warden's Tower (Knypersley Castle)

Nick i' th' Hill Hamlet

Willocks Wood

The Old Man of Mow

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