The Ramshaw Serpent – Trig point on The Roaches loop from Leekfrith

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Staffordshire Moorlands

Leekfrith

The Ramshaw Serpent – Trig point on The Roaches loop from Leekfrith

Hard

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The Ramshaw Serpent – Trig point on The Roaches loop from Leekfrith

01:59

16.6km

420m

Running

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

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.54 km

The Hanging Stone

Highlight • Natural Monument

Notice the deliberate cleft at the top. There is another, but less impressive, such rock further along.

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4.84 km

Winking Man Rock, Ramshaw Rocks

Highlight • Natural Monument

An easy walk to the top with breathtaking views.

Look between the rocks toward the A53 and you will see the profile of the Winking Man.

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4.87 km

The Ramshaw Serpent

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is a very striking resemblance to a serpent.

The eye seems deliberately carved upon closer inspection.

It has a tainted history in modern times as Myra Hindley was seen …

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10.2 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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10.6 km

The Roaches

Highlight • Natural Monument

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11.4 km

Doxey Pool

Lake

11.8 km

Gritstone Boulders in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Climb

12.2 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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12.5 km

Bawd Stone

Highlight • Natural Monument

Whether a dolmen or a fortuitous natural arrangement of rock (the jury is still out), this Bawd Stone has been visited since days of old for healing.

The less informed …

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16.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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