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Staffordshire Moorlands

Leek

View of The Roaches – Mermaid Pool loop from Leek

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Mountain biking trails

Staffordshire Moorlands

Leek

View of The Roaches – Mermaid Pool loop from Leek

Moderate

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View of The Roaches – Mermaid Pool loop from Leek

01:50

26.9km

470m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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After 3.71 km for 52 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.83 km

Mermaid Pool

Highlight • Lake

Good spot to aim for on a long ride into the Peak, Views West and over to the Roachers - but often windy and bad weather in winter.

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16.0 km

This icrecream van is a regular feature at this spot on Roach Road. It is at the squeeze stile brick wall which is signposted for Luds Church. They also sell hot chocolate, tea and coffee.
And pot noodles!!

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16.1 km

Start of Commissionary Cycleway

Highlight • Cycleway

From Roach End this lumpy, grassy track high up on the ridge leads to the Permissive cycleway and the Hanging Stone Rock. The start is a narrow slot in the …

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26.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

2.30 km

306 m

180 m

170 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.8 km

8.92 km

146 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

15°C

9°C

18 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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View of The Roaches – Mermaid Pool loop from Leek