Natural landmarks · East Midlands
Wain Stones
In or near Old Glossop.
Wain Stones — a other in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
John Slater — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station · 5.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Wain Stones is a other located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
360° viewimagery from 2022
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Dark Peak SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wain Stones are a series of rock formations located in the East Midlands. They are notable for their geological significance, offering insights into the region's natural history. The site attracts visitors interested in geology and outdoor activities.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.4599, -1.8632
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station — 5.3 km
Sources
- osm: node/2352835011 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wain Stones?
- Wain Stones is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Wain Stones?
- Wain Stones — a other in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wain Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 5.3 km away. Its coordinates are 53.4599°, -1.8632°.
- Is Wain Stones a protected site?
- Yes — Wain Stones is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Wain Stones free to visit?
- Yes, Wain Stones is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wain Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 5.3 km away.