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Outwood Trail

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Outwood Trail

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    Location: Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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    July 15, 2025

    Cycling

    The Outwood Trail follows a section of the former Manchester‑Bury–Rossendale railway, crossing the impressive Grade II-listed Outwood Viaduct. It offers a scenic trail through ancient woodland, heathland and grassland. It's mostly tarmac so suitable for most bikes.

    October 18, 2020

    Cycling

    95% tarmac path but a couple of rough linking sections of only a few metres.

    October 10, 2021

    Cycling

    superb off road section from Radcliffe to Prestwich ,seems to go on for ever.suitable for any kind of bike,I did it on a road bike

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    1. Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal – Outwood Trail loop from Clifton

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    Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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    Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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

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    Distance 3.93 km

    Uphill 30 m

    Downhill 10 m

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