The Tower
Mountain in East Midlands · 460 m
The hike up The Tower
The route starts at Derwent Overlook Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Tower?
The Tower is 460 m above sea level and lies in East Midlands. Its prominence is 39 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Tower?
From Derwent Overlook Car Park it is about 5.0 km one way with 321 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 58 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Tower?
The nearest parking is Derwent Overlook Car Park (southeast of the peak) — 5.0 km on foot · ↑ 321 m · about 2 h 58 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 4.9 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log The Tower in Conquer?
Yes — The Tower is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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