Leekfrith is a region in the Staffordshire Moorlands, offering diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. Its proximity to the Peak District National Park provides varied terrain, from gentler paths along former railway lines to more challenging routes. The area's natural features, including valleys and water bodies, support several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Leekfrith provides a range of outdoor activities for various skill levels. Enthusiasts can explore more than 100 routes…
121
Routes
4.5
(972)
Average rating
8409
People visited

4.8
(268)
2,056
hikers
11.3km
03:24
330m
330m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(284)
2,036
hikers
12.6km
03:39
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(59)
469
hikers
5.79km
01:45
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(102)
1,095
hikers
8.06km
02:08
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
runners
5.82km
00:40
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

75
runners
25.3km
03:11
970m
970m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

72
runners
9.13km
01:03
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

81
runners
16.6km
01:59
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
111km
06:15
1,910m
1,910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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17
riders
40.6km
01:56
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
32.6km
01:55
660m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
60.2km
02:54
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
(16)
94
riders
26.8km
02:14
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
10
riders
51.8km
03:29
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
71.1km
04:52
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
26.9km
01:50
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(6)
68
riders
60.4km
03:22
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
28.2km
01:51
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
20.6km
01:12
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
18.3km
01:17
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
10.8km
00:44
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
10.7km
00:43
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
49.4km
03:29
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
hikers
6.42km
01:55
200m
200m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
2
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
1
hikers
10.3km
02:57
260m
260m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
8.90km
02:37
250m
250m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Leekfrith offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscapes cater to different skill levels. Komoot lists 138 routes in the area.
Leekfrith features a range of hiking trails, from easy paths around areas like Lud's Church and The Roaches to more challenging routes within the Peak District National Park. There are 89 hiking routes available on komoot. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Leekfrith guide.
Yes, Leekfrith offers easy hikes suitable for various fitness levels. Areas such as Lud's Church, Hen Cloud, and The Roaches provide accessible paths. The Easy hikes around Leekfrith guide provides specific routes.
The Staffordshire Moorlands, including Leekfrith, is well-suited for road cycling with varied terrain. Cyclists can find routes along former railway lines or more challenging ascents. The Road Cycling Routes around Leekfrith guide offers detailed information.
Yes, Leekfrith and the surrounding Peak District National Park offer mountain biking routes. These range in difficulty from easy to advanced, catering to different skill levels. The MTB Trails around Leekfrith guide provides specific routes and details.
Leekfrith is close to several notable natural features. These include The Roaches, Lud's Church, Tittesworth Water, and Rudyard Lake. The Manifold Valley also offers scenic views and pathways.
Leekfrith offers routes categorized as family-friendly, particularly along former railway lines like the one from Leek to Rudyard Lake. These paths are generally flatter and suitable for various ages. Specific guides can help identify these routes.
Leekfrith is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 25,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The 138 available routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from over 2,900 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Leekfrith, including Hiking around Leekfrith, Easy hikes around Leekfrith, and Road Cycling Routes around Leekfrith. Guides are also available for Jogging, MTB, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Mountain Hikes.
Information for visitors to the broader Staffordshire Moorlands, encompassing Leekfrith, can be found on the official tourism website: www.discoverstaffordshiremoorlands.co.uk. For general visitor inquiries, the Staffordshire Moorlands Tourist Information Centre can be contacted at 01538 395530.
Yes, Leekfrith provides options for gravel biking enthusiasts. The varied terrain, including former railway lines and paths, is suitable for this activity. The Gravel biking around Leekfrith guide details specific routes.
Leekfrith offers several routes suitable for jogging, often utilizing the same diverse landscapes as hiking and cycling. These include paths along Rudyard Lake and other scenic areas. The Running Trails around Leekfrith guide provides specific options.

