Mow Cop Folly
It's the southernmost outcrop in Cheshire of hard sandstone grit, rising 355m above sea level. At its highest point stands a mock tower that was built as a summer house in 1754 by Randle Wilbraham, the local Lord of the Manor. This tower is visible for miles around and is a major landmark visited throughout the year. Interestingly, it was the location for the first Primitive Methodist service in 1807.
Toilets
Please note there are no toilets at Mow Cop Castle.
Car park hours
Mow Cop car park will be open from 14 May. This is a small car park and we have limited spaces, so if the car park is full, please come back another time.
Car park closing times:
1 Apr - 31 May 6.30pm
1 Jun - 30 Sept 8.00pm
1 Oct - 31 March 5.00pm
Car park postcode: ST7 3PA
Grid ref: SJ857573
The Cloud and Mow Cop are designated as RIGS (Regionally Important Geological Sites).
