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The Roaches to Lud's Church
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.88 mi
+860 ft
-850 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Leekfrith (Staffordshire)
This is a beautiful walk along The Roaches providing beautiful views from both sides of the ridge.
The Roaches
Visorando Member4.43 mi
+640 ft
-610 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Leekfrith (Staffordshire)
The Roaches are a dominant feature of the North Staffordshire landscape and this walk provides a perfect introduction to this rugged area. An integral part of the Peak District National Park, this gritstone edge has superb views over the surrounding area.
The Roaches & Lud's Church
6.84 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,191 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Leekfrith (Staffordshire)
The Roaches are a popular place to walk offering dramatic views in this part of North Staffordshire. This walk includes Lud's Church a deep chasm that has some interesting historical connections.
Around Tittesworth reservoir
4.50 mi
+128 ft
-125 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Leekfrith (Staffordshire)
This is a circular walk around Tittesworth reservoir. Very family friendly walk. The area can be very busy during weekend and summer months.
The Roaches & Hen Cloud from Tittesworth Reservoir
7.03 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,063 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Leekfrith (Staffordshire)
This North Staffordshire walk starts from Tittesworth Reservoir and climbs onto the Roaches, a popular rocky escarpment in the Peak District National Park. The return includes the summit of Hen Cloud before crossing typical Staffordshire countryside.
Hawk's Nest, Goldstitch Moss & Lud's Church
9.65 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,178 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Staffordshire Moorlands (Staffordshire)
An exploration of northern Staffordshire that is rarely walked.
Lud's Church and Roach End from Gradbach
4.23 mi
+591 ft
-551 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Staffordshire Moorlands (Staffordshire)
This Peak District walk explores the quieter side of the Staffordshire Roaches visiting the rocky cleft of Lud's Church before exploring the moorland and woodland of Back Forest. The views into Cheshire are excellent. Route finding is fine provided you take care when descending from Roach End.
Lud's Church, Back Forest & Clough Head from Gradbach
5.44 mi
+699 ft
-653 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Staffordshire Moorlands (Staffordshire)
A Staffordshire walk that explores the valleys and high ground to the west of the Roaches.
Three Shires Head and Knotbury from Gradbach
6.96 mi
+751 ft
-751 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Staffordshire Moorlands (Staffordshire)
A Peak District walk full of interest that visits Staffordshire, Cheshire and Derbyshire. The route is generally easy to follow and the highlights are the packhorse bridges at Three Shires Head, the quarries at Danebower and some excellent panoramas.
Flash, Knotbury and Three Shires Head from Gradbach
8.17 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,276 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Staffordshire Moorlands (Staffordshire)
A Peak District walk that includes counties - Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Cheshire. The route uses a mixture of paths, tracks and minor roads and also includes a section of the Dane Valley Way.
The Cloud from Rushton Spencer
5.09 mi
+663 ft
-689 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rushton (Staffordshire)
This North Staffordshire linear walk starts in the village of Rushton Spencer near Leek and follows the Staffordshire Way to the summit of the Cloud. This local landmark offers some wonderful views across north Cheshire and north Staffordshire.
Tittesworth Reservoir
7.60 mi
+492 ft
-502 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Leek (Staffordshire)
Lakeside walking and superb views.
The Churnet Valley
5.61 mi
+223 ft
-253 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Leek (Staffordshire)
Town and country walking with a long stretch alongside a canal feeder in the quiet Churnet valley.
Brough Park and Brindley’s Mill
2.05 mi
+203 ft
-233 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Leek (Staffordshire)
Never far from the town centre, but with parkland and rural interludes.
Shutlingsloe
6.80 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,194 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
Nice popular walk to Shutlingsloe summit. Dog friendly
Flash & Three Shires Head from Danebower Hollow
6.42 mi
+791 ft
-787 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
A pleasant Peak District walk in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The route uses a mixture of paths, tracks and quiet country lanes to explore the area. For many, the highlight will be Three Shires Head with its packhorse bridge and waterfalls.
Three Shires Head from Danebower Hollow
4.65 mi
+528 ft
-515 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
A short Peak District walk that explores the area around Three Shires Head where the counties of Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire meet. The route uses sections of old packhorse routes as well as footpaths.
Kinderfields Edge
2.76 mi
+495 ft
-476 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A walk through sheep pastures with wide views and sturdy stone-built hill farms.
Rossendale Brook
2.37 mi
+394 ft
-394 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A streamside and farmland stroll with fine views to Sutton Common.
Macclesfield Forest & Shutlingsloe
7.17 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,237 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
An invigorating climb to a notable summit with glorious forest and moorland views (no dogs).
Gritstone stroll
1.55 mi
+240 ft
-243 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A fairly easy stroll up the hill behind the pub, offering good views to Tegg’s Nose and Sutton Common.
Sutton Common
4.48 mi
+650 ft
-650 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
After a pleasant ramble along a stream, the effort of climbing to the TV mast is rewarded by a scenic ridge walk.
Langley and Tegg’s Nose
6.82 mi
+988 ft
-994 ft
4h 00
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
Featuring rolling hills, wooded reservoirs and an optional climb to a viewpoint with geological and industrial interest.
Upper Dove Valley from Hollinsclough
7.63 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,217 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Hollinsclough (Staffordshire)
This Peak District walk explores the upper section of the Dove valley and sees few walkers.
Rossen Clough to Croker Hill
3.93 mi
+640 ft
-646 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
This circular walk offers some great views around Rossen Clough.
Trentabank to Shutlingsloe
4.82 mi
+974 ft
-968 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
Lovely walk through forest and moorland from Trentabank to Shutlingsloe.
Shutlingsloe, Cat & Fiddle and the Macclesfield Forest from Trentabank
7.70 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,608 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A Cheshire walk that explores the area around the Macclesfield Forest. The route includes Shutlingsloe, views towards Wildboarclough, the Cat & Fiddle and the Macclesfield Forest
Ridgegate to Tegg's Nose
5.90 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,158 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
From Ridgegate to Tegg's Nose, this walk passes through small hills and forests.
Shutlingsloe from Trentabank
2.99 mi
+705 ft
-709 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A short walk in the Cheshire sector of the Peak District National Park. Shutlingsloe is known as the Cheshire Matterhorn and offers some excellent views.
Wildboarclough & Shutlingsloe
6.82 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,263 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
A route to the summit of the Cheshire Matterhorn and more!
Tegg's Nose from Trentabank
7.04 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,184 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
This Cheshire walk lies within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park and provides a pleasant excursion into this surprisingly beautiful part of Britain. The walk includes the viewpoint of Tegg's Nose and the trio of reservoirs in the valley.
Shining Tor and Axe Edge Moor
9.59 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,020 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough (Cheshire East)
Shining Tor is the highest point in Cheshire and the first objective of this Peak District walk. Crossing the border into Staffordshire the walk continues across Axe Edge Moor offering excellent views. The walk uses high moorland paths for most of the way and is best saved for a clear day.
Rossendale Ramble
12.32 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,667 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Sutton (Cheshire East)
This Cheshire Walk was produced to assist fundraising for the Rossendale Trust. The route covers a section of the Gritstone Way and other scenic parts of Cheshire. Some of the route lies within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park.
Grin Low, Harpur Hill, High Edge and Anthony Hill
7.37 mi
+778 ft
-755 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from High Peak (Derbyshire)
A varied walk that takes in two Ethels (Grin Low, and High Edge). Beginning at Buxton Country Park, you head up through the former lime burning workings to the Victorian folly that is Solomon's Temple. Here, panoramic views are afforded. Continue down South-East towards Harpur Hill, then up and on to a section of the former Cromford & High Peak railway that goes around a disused quarry. You rise further, going up High Edge, then down to a farm. Here, you head North-North-West into different terrain, passing the HSE testing facility on your return.
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