Hartshead Pike, Stone tower summit in Greater Manchester, England.
The circular stone tower at Hartshead Pike rises 12 meters tall at an elevation of 267 meters, offering views across Manchester and the Medlock Valley.
The first tower was built in 1751, then reconstructed in 1863 by John Eaton to mark the marriage of Albert Edward to Princess Alexandra.
The tower contained a sweet shop and remained open to visitors until World War II, when authorities sealed the entrance for security reasons.
Several hiking paths lead to the summit, including a 6.4-kilometer loop from Hurst Cross and a 5.2-kilometer trail starting at Micklehurst.
A stone slab covers a well at the summit, featuring an inscription warning visitors not to throw objects at the structure.
GPS coordinates: 53.51880,-2.06127
Latest update: March 14, 2025 01:55
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