The gorge has a rich history intertwined with both religious and literary lore. It's most famous for being a secret meeting place for the Lollards, a 15th-century religious group, during a time of persecution of followers of Catholicism.

The chasm's unique atmosphere also makes it a strong candidate for the Green Chapel in the medieval tale, "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight".

Chris Shannon

November 9, 2025

Impressive gorge, with the mist in the morning made it very atmospheric, also go early in morning it's very quiet

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Distance 908 m

Uphill 50 m

Downhill 0 m

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Wednesday 26 November

6°C

3°C

70 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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

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