The Macclesfield Canal runs for about 26 miles (42 km) between Marple and Hardings Wood Junction, linking the Peak Forest Canal with the Trent and Mersey Canal. You can follow the towpath along most of its length.

The canal is famous for its beautiful turnover bridges, which allowed horses to change from one side to the other without having to be unhitched.

_PhillBrownRides

December 2, 2019

Cycling

Excellent tow-path to avoid using any busy roads or urban cycle paths. Easy to ride on a road bike in the summer but might get a bit wet and sloppy in the winter.

Martin Lewis

October 9, 2019

Cycling

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

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