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Leekfrith

Trig point on The Roaches – Rabbit Rock (The Roaches) loop from Leekfrith

Moderate

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Trig point on The Roaches – Rabbit Rock (The Roaches) loop from Leekfrith

01:03

9.13km

250m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

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1.28 km

Rocky Steps at Black Brook Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

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 …

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2

2.00 km

Doxey Pool

Highlight • Viewpoint

This tiny little pool is said to be home to a malicious mermaid named Jenny Greenteeth. The mysterious Doxey Pool can be found on the path that runs across the …

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3

2.15 km

August 2018 was the month of a terrible blaze that lasted for days. It destroyed all the heather and grasses.

Even the tops of the trees in the nature reserve …

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4

2.83 km

The Roaches

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Roaches in the Peak District are a dramatic gritstone ridge, attracting hikers and climbers with their rugged beauty. These rocky outcrops offer stunning views and challenging terrain, making them a popular destination.

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5

2.87 km

Layered Sedimentary Rocks

Highlight • Natural Monument

interestingly sedimented and eroded rocks

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6

3.17 km

Trig point on The Roaches

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Roaches in the Peak District are a dramatic gritstone ridge, attracting hikers and climbers with their rugged beauty. These rocky outcrops offer stunning views and challenging terrain, making them a popular destination.

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7

3.30 km

Rabbit Rock (The Roaches)

Highlight • Climb

Unique rock formation in the Roaches, quite literally in the shape of rabbits!

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8

7.40 km

Ruined Dwelling with a View of Hen Cloud

Highlight • Historical Site

Take a moment to examine how low the doorways are. There is a fireplace in both rooms with a second room which has no such luxury.
I would like to …

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9.13 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.08 km

2.92 km

965 m

138 m

Surfaces

4.91 km

2.19 km

1.10 km

735 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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