Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 21, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 48.6 km for 136 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.07 km

Astbury Mere Country Park

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Covering an area of 34.5 acres (14 ha), Astbury Mere Country Park is a lovely stretch of countryside on the edge of the Peak District National Park. The Mere is …

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5.02 km

Gather of Cheshire

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A very friendly eatery, with a great menu

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7.48 km

Congleton Water Tower

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Deused water tower - an architectural gem in Congleton town.

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7.67 km

Lambert's Lane Change Bridge (Macclesfield Canal)

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This twisting bridge makes for a quirky crossing over the Macclesfield Canal. The bridge was built in 1831 and is now Grade II-listed.

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28.8 km

Shell Petrol Station

Highlight • Rest Area

36.0 km

New Platt Wood

Forest

37.3 km

Pastimes of Goostrey

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nice village cafe with freshly baked scones.

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43.6 km

Bridle Path with River Views

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Exceptional privately owned bridle pass.Faultlessly maintained with fabulous river views. I passed ewes , rams and lambs; ducks and horses.

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47.2 km

Fast Descent by the River

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Fast up and down over beautiful stream flanked by lovely view and houses

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48.7 km

Black Firs Wood

Forest

49.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.6 km

5.22 km

2.46 km

1.70 km

1.13 km

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.4 km

3.45 km

1.80 km

367 m

219 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Thursday 9 April

11°C

2°C

12 %

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