Since the devastating fire of the roaches last summer, the upper branches of these magnificent pines were badly scorched.

But yesterday I was heartened to see nature is doing what it does best, recovering despite major setbacks.

The lower branches were full of baby pine needles and cone flowers.

Even in normal circumstances, the new growth of pine is breathtakingly beautiful but when seen in a pine graveyard, it is just beauty on an entirely different level.

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March 31, 2019

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The upper branches of the pines still show signs of last year's blaze.
Hopefully this summer, it will have restored significantly.

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March 31, 2019

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It is worth a detour to experience the atmosphere in the reserve.
A very restful place to sit and contemplate.

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Best Hikes to Rocky Steps at Black Brook Nature Reserve

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1. The Roaches Trig Point – Trig point on The Roaches loop from Wincle

18.9km

05:34

530m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Trig point on The Roaches – The Roaches Trig Point loop from Heathylee

16.5km

04:50

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Trig point on The Roaches – The Roaches Trig Point loop from Meerbrook

11.8km

03:27

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 380 m

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Location: Leekfrith, Staffordshire Moorlands, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Rocky Steps at Black Brook Nature Reserve

1. The Roaches Trig Point – Trig point on The Roaches loop from Wincle

2. Trig point on The Roaches – The Roaches Trig Point loop from Heathylee

3. Trig point on The Roaches – The Roaches Trig Point loop from Meerbrook

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