Bratch Locks were designed by esteemed canal engineer James Brindley and opened in 1772. The two bridges, toll house, and lock keeper’s cottage are very pretty and the spot is …

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4.77 km

The Platform Café

Highlight • Cafe

A super and popular, little cafe based in the old platform station.

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6.77 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

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1.87 km

477 m

242 m

131 m

Surfaces

2.91 km

1.53 km

1.31 km

789 m

224 m

Elevation

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