Buxton & Shining Tor

Welcome to Freshwalks. This classic hike event is part of our own vibrant business community programme and everyone is welcome to join us for a day of hiking and networking in the great outdoors. Feel free to come alone - most Freshwalkers do - and you'll be warmly welcomed or invite a colleague or client along for company.

Route description

This scenic circular hike from Buxton begins in the town centre, heading west through rolling countryside towards the tranquil Goyt Valley. Follow well-marked paths past the sparkling waters of Errwood Reservoir before exploring the atmospheric ruins of Errwood Hall, hidden among the trees. From here, the route climbs steadily onto open moorland, reaching the summit of Shining Tor, the highest point in Cheshire, with sweeping views over the Peak District. Descend via the wild and open landscape of Goyt’s Moss, then follow woodland trails through Buxton Country Park, returning gently to the town centre, where cafés and historic streets await.

Route: Buxton - Errwood Reservoir - Errwood Hall - Shining Tor - Goyt's Moss - Derbyshire Bridge - Buxton Country Park - Buxton

Distance: 21km

Grade: Very hard (more info on grading here)

Max elevation: 559m / Total ascent: 811m

Proposed schedule:

09:15 - Meeting, Buxton Station

09:30 - Walk starts

12:30 - Picnic stop en-route (please bring a packed lunch)

16:30 - Walk finishes, Buxton

Walk leader: Michael Di Paola

Meeting location: Buxton station, Station Rd, Buxton SK17 6AQ https://w3w.co/freshen.protects.highlighted

Parking: Car park at Buxton station. Additional parking 5 mins walk away at Sylvan Street, Buxton, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK17 6BY (£4.60).

Public transport: 08:20 train from Manchester Piccadilly calling at Stockport 08:33 to arrive in Buxton 09:21

Toilets: Public toilets at Buxton station. Additional public toilets at Derbyshire Bridge mid-afternoon en-route.

Post-walk: Buxton Brewery Tap House, Old Court House, George St, Buxton SK17 6AY