The Ethels of the Peak District in 45 Walks

Route Seventeen: The Pym Chair Trio

Ethels Bagged: Cats Tor, Shining Tor, Foxlow Edge
Start Point
Pym Chair
Grid Reference
SJ 995 767
Total Distance
5.53 miles (8.9 km)
Total Climbing
332 metres
Estimated Time
2 – 3 hours
Difficulty Grade
Moderate

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Route Overview & Notes

Route Seventeen of the Peak District Ethels compilation is a wonderful 5.53-mile ridge walk starting from Pym Chair. This moderate route bags three western-edge summits: Cats Tor, Shining Tor, and Foxlow Edge, offering sweeping views across the Goyt Valley and Cheshire plain.

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