Staffordshire Moorlands, Administrative district in Staffordshire, England.
Staffordshire Moorlands is an administrative district in England's Staffordshire county, comprising upland terrain with three main towns: Leek, Biddulph, and Cheadle. The area combines these urban centers with numerous smaller villages and farming regions spread across the elevated landscape.
The district formed in 1974 through the merger of four previous administrative areas: Biddulph Urban District, Cheadle Rural District, Leek Rural District, and Leek Urban District. This consolidation resulted from broader reforms restructuring local government across England.
The district maintains strong agricultural traditions while supporting modern industries, with Leek serving as the administrative center from the Moorlands House building.
Visitors can find practical information and services through the Staffordshire Moorlands District Council website. The hilly terrain across the region means good planning helps when exploring multiple locations during a visit.
Portions of the Peak District National Park lie within this district's boundaries, offering access to protected moorland landscapes. At Cheeks Hill, the terrain reaches its highest point at approximately 520 meters elevation.
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