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The Roaches – Luds Church Loop from Meerbrook

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The Roaches – Luds Church Loop from Meerbrook

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October 20, 2022

The Roaches – Luds Church Loop from Meerbrook

Hard

03:38

12.5km

3.5km/h

310m

320m

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Overview

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.15 km for 21 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.54 km

View from The Roaches Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Signposts are lacking in some places.

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1.69 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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2.51 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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5.29 km

Luds Church Entrance

Highlight • Natural Monument

A short walk from the Gradbach car park, Luds Church is a fabulous mystical chasm formed by prehistoric landslides. It's very muddy all year round though, so not one for white trainers!

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5.43 km

Lud's Church

Highlight • Gorge

A fabulous place to explore but it's very muddy! Apparently, the sun only shines in the chasm on midsummer's day. Keep an eye out for the Devil's Pulpit, a natural …

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7.46 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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12.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.60 km

2.45 km

1.98 km

866 m

600 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.80 km

2.52 km

1.24 km

1.03 km

741 m

158 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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The Roaches – Luds Church Loop from Meerbrook

View from The Roaches Ridge

Doxey Pool

Trig point on The Roaches

Luds Church Entrance

Lud's Church

Hanging Rock Outcrop, The Roaches

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