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All the United Kingdom England Leek

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Leek

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Leek, England

Updated August 28, 2019

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The Queen’s Chair in the snow.

Leek, England

The Queen's Chair

This stone throne invites adventurers to observe breathtaking views of the Peak District.
The Winking Man

Leek, England

The Winking Man

A face-like natural rock formation so well known, a pub was named in its honor.
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Doxey Pool

Staffordshire, England

Doxey Pool

This tiny little pool is said to be home to a malicious mermaid named Jenny Greenteeth.
4 miles from Leek
Lud’s Church

Staffordshire, England

Lud's Church

This haunting stone chasm is a hotbed of mossy rock and English legend.
5 miles from Leek
Biddulph Grange

Biddulph, England

Biddulph Grange

This fantastical and eclectic English garden takes its inspiration from Egypt, China, the occult and more.
5 miles from Leek
Mow Cop Castle

Mow Cop, England

Mow Cop Castle

This crumbling folly looks like an enchanted left over from Middle Earth.
7 miles from Leek
Les Oakes and Sons Architectural Reclamation Yard

Cheadle, England

Les Oakes and Sons Architectural Reclamation Yard

Inside this reclamation yard is a unique collection of horse-drawn vehicles.
8 miles from Leek
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