Butterton is a pretty little village, and this isn't any ordinary stretch of pave, it's also under a few inches of water! Unclip before cycling up it - those cobbles are slippery...

IanDent

June 7, 2021

Road cycling

Signposts advice cyclists to avoid the pave! I ignored these but beware as the setts have large gaps between into which a cycle tyre fits well. Can easily result in a painful and wet tumble.
Very scenic village with a very impressive church spire.

Joe Hancock

March 10, 2025

Road cycling

Caution is advised here and the previous comments are absolutely true.... But, if, like me, you stubbornly want a challenge then the cobbles are certainly rideable and a test of your balance and ability to handle slips and tyre-catching gaps! 28mm slicks just about made it through - be ready to dab if needed and well done if you manage to keep your feet dry, especially if going uphill into Butterton - one of the prettiest villages in the Peak District.

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Location: Butterton, Staffordshire Moorlands, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. The Hartington Cheese Shop – Wetton Mill Tea Room loop from Hartington

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