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Leekfrith

The Roaches – Thorncliffe Bank Summit loop from Leekfrith

Moderate

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The Roaches – Thorncliffe Bank Summit loop from Leekfrith

01:17

18.3km

340m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 18, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

469 m

The Roaches

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Worth the climb, even on an overcast day. Plenty of pedestrians, cars and dogs plus steep, potholed, gravelly descents to be aware of.

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3

12.4 km

Thorncliffe Bank Summit

Highlight • Lake

A long steady climb from the South and West heading up to the summit and the source of the River Hamps - stunning views down to Rudyard Lake.

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4

12.8 km

Steep, Steady, Steep, Steady. Cracker of a climb that leads to amazing views back over Tittesworth and The Roaches

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5

18.0 km

Roaches Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe with tasty cakes just below the roaches

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B

18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.1 km

1.10 km

111 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

4.52 km

111 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Sunday 4 October

18°C

12°C

18 %

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