This is part of the Linacre Classic through Birley Brook, ridiculously muddy in winter, best attempted when it's been dry for a while. Depending upon which way you travel, the very muddy & rocky part is at the top of the gradient at the farm end.

Greg©️

April 2, 2021

Mountain biking

Great descent from Wigley to Birley Brook (High Lane).

Gene

June 29, 2019

Mountain biking

Fast descent followed by a steep technical and rocky climb

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1. Shillito Woods Trail – Cartledge Bridleway loop from Barlow

26.6km

02:23

630m

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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2. Harewood Moor – View of Linacre Wood loop from Cutthorpe

21.9km

01:47

430m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Ducksick Drop – View of Linacre Wood loop from Barlow

12.6km

01:04

270m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Distance 1.15 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 60 m

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Location: Brampton, North East Derbyshire, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Birley Brook Trail (High Lane)

1. Shillito Woods Trail – Cartledge Bridleway loop from Barlow

2. Harewood Moor – View of Linacre Wood loop from Cutthorpe

3. Ducksick Drop – View of Linacre Wood loop from Barlow

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