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Solomon’s Temple

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Woodland

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: John Myers via Geograph.org.uk

Solomon's Temple, also called Grinlow Tower, is a small Victorian folly on the hilltop of Grin Low above the spa town of Buxton in Derbyshire. It stands on top of a Bronze Age burial mound, a two-storey stone tower with an open top reached by an internal stair, giving wide views over Buxton and the ...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

1 day, 9 overnight

Eat @ No.5 Buxton​, The Cheshire Cheese – Buxton, The Old Sun Inn – Buxton

Knights Table Cottage, The Buxton Hideout, Pomeroy Cottage

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Solomon’s Temple?
Derbyshire's high country holds this ancient-looking landmark on a hill right above the spa town of Buxton. Walkers generally find the trail by heading up through the trees of the surrounding country park.

What type of place is Solomon’s Temple?
Solomon’s Temple is a prominent stone tower folly standing on a hill in the Peak District.

When is the best time to visit Solomon’s Temple?
Year-round access means you can enjoy the walk in any season, though crisp winter mornings offer incredible clarity. Crisp winter air really sharpens the view from the summit, but summer days provide a much warmer breeze.

What can you do at Solomon’s Temple?
Climbing the internal spiral staircase lets you access the open viewing platform at the top of the tower. Hikers use the elevated vantage point to admire expansive panoramas across the High Peak landscape.

How long should I spend at Solomon’s Temple?
Allocating roughly forty-five minutes provides plenty of time to take photos and explore the limestone tower. A longer visit makes sense if you plan to tie the stop into a wider loop across Grin Low.

Where do I park at Solomon’s Temple?
Spaces for ten vehicles are available nearby, split into one day spot and nine overnight options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Solomon’s Temple?
Eat @ No.5 Buxton, The Cheshire Cheese - Buxton, and The Old Sun Inn - Buxton offer three places to grab a bite to eat. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Solomon’s Temple?
Knights Table Cottage, The Buxton Hideout, and Pomeroy Cottage provide three choices for a comfortable staycation nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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