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Doxey Pool – The Roaches Loop from Meerbrook

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Doxey Pool – The Roaches Loop from Meerbrook

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July 22, 2022

Doxey Pool – The Roaches Loop from Meerbrook

Moderate

03:58

13.7km

3.5km/h

340m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Bus stop

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1.09 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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1.58 km

View from The Roaches Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Signposts are lacking in some places.

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1.72 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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2.53 km

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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5.33 km

Forest Wood – Luds Church

Highlight • Gorge

Forest Wood is an ancient forest and serene woodland sanctuary in the Peak District. A visit here, and you'll be captivated by the tranquil environment and peaceful trails.

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8.65 km

Hanging Rock Outcrop, The Roaches

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of a number of hanging rock outcrops along the ridge from The Roaches. Great views across the Cheshire Plain, Staffordshire Moorlands and The Peak District.

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13.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.38 km

2.89 km

2.03 km

810 m

550 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.75 km

2.85 km

1.44 km

903 m

591 m

158 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Doxey Pool – The Roaches Loop from Meerbrook

Rocky Steps at Black Brook Nature Reserve

View from The Roaches Ridge

Doxey Pool

Trig point on The Roaches

Forest Wood – Luds Church

Hanging Rock Outcrop, The Roaches

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