Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height460 m1,509 ft
Grid RefSK 020 624
OS MapOL24OS Explorer
Ramshaw Rocks is a jagged line of gritstone beside the Leek to Buxton road, the eastern arm of the escarpment that also takes in The Roaches and Hen Cloud. Its best-known feature is the Winking Man, a rock rib with a hole through it that looks like a face. Driving north towards Buxton, the 'eye' seems to close and open as you pass. The top is a rocky tor, popular with climbers.
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Rock tor
Rock & Ground
Coarse Roaches Grit sandstone weathered into jagged buttresses above heather.
Summit Weather
Our Route
Distance6.9 mi11.1 km
Ascent430 m1,410 ft
Time3h 30mwalking
Start & FinishSK 0060 6155Circular route, back to the same spot
DirectionsAlso on this route: Hen Cloud, The Roaches
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
