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The best cycling routes around Newcastle-Under-Lyme

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Cycling around Newcastle-Under-Lyme is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Staffordshire. So you can find your perfect Newcastle-Under-Lyme bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 26, 2025

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1. Biddulph Valley Way – Leek and Rudyard Railway loop from Longport

51.6km

03:40

470m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Leek Tunnel and Pool – Caldon Canal Towpath – Milton loop from Longport

52.8km

03:25

250m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Harecastle Tunnel South Portal – Harecastle Tunnel Entrance loop from Harriseahead

17.5km

01:14

130m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Apedale Country Park – Apedale Winding Wheel Memorial loop from Longport

25.9km

01:54

260m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Pottery Kilns – Caldon Canal Towpath – Milton loop from Longport

22.7km

01:26

100m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Stone Canal Bridge – Canal Stretch with Narrowboats loop from Longport

55.0km

03:18

170m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Wheelock Rail Trail – Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock loop from Kidsgrove

29.6km

01:59

200m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Middleport Pottery – Harecastle Tunnel South Portal loop from Penkhull

49.4km

03:01

280m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. View of Biddulph Brook – View of the Goyt Valley loop from Longport

98.9km

06:40

1,490m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Cheshire's Close Viewpoint – Biddulph Valley Way loop from Kidsgrove

36.6km

02:27

510m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Newcastle-Under-Lyme

1. Biddulph Valley Way – Leek and Rudyard Railway loop from Longport

2. Leek Tunnel and Pool – Caldon Canal Towpath – Milton loop from Longport

3. Harecastle Tunnel South Portal – Harecastle Tunnel Entrance loop from Harriseahead

4. Apedale Country Park – Apedale Winding Wheel Memorial loop from Longport

5. Pottery Kilns – Caldon Canal Towpath – Milton loop from Longport

6. Stone Canal Bridge – Canal Stretch with Narrowboats loop from Longport

7. Wheelock Rail Trail – Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock loop from Kidsgrove

8. Middleport Pottery – Harecastle Tunnel South Portal loop from Penkhull

9. View of Biddulph Brook – View of the Goyt Valley loop from Longport

10. Cheshire's Close Viewpoint – Biddulph Valley Way loop from Kidsgrove

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