The Manifold Way Cycle Trail

Flat and traffic-free cycle and walking route following the former Leek and Manifold Light Railway through some magnificent scenery.

Bike hire available at the southern end of the Trail in Waterhouses.
Cafes along the route including great tea garden near the southern end.

The trail follows the route of the Hamps and Manifold "rivers" which have often disappeared into the ground so there is a lot of river bed and not much water. The trail passes by Thor's Cave which can be accessed by parking the bikes and climbing up a steep hill (watch children as there are some steep drops).

Lots of points of interest including a ford and a tunnel to cycle through.

Cycle hire at south end with refreshments. Another cafe in the middle and yet another at the north end.

Very busy pedestrian path too - so important to be aware and give way.