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Whaley Bridge Canal Basin – Peak Forest Canal loop from Chelmorton

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Whaley Bridge Canal Basin – Peak Forest Canal loop from Chelmorton

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Whaley Bridge Canal Basin – Peak Forest Canal loop from Chelmorton

04:26

67.0km

900m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 24.4 km for 11 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Steep Rocky Path

Highlight • Trail

a long climb best done on a mtb or gravel bike

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Devonshire Dome

Highlight • Historical Site

The largest free standing dome on a building in Europe, this building is part of the University of Derby (was the hospital at one time). There is a cafe, restaurant …

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Long Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

22.2 km

Whaley Bridge Canal Basin

Highlight • Structure

The town of Whaley Bridge is often referred to as 'the gateway to the Goyt Valley’. It is indeed an excellent base for adventures in this beautiful region of the …

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22.5 km

Whaley Bridge Canal Basin

Lake

23.3 km

Peak Forest Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

The towpath along the Peak Forest Canal is leisurely, picturesque and packed with interest. As you ride, you can admire the boats, look out for birds and other wildlife, and …

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28.1 km

Bugsworth Canal Basin and Peak Forest Tramway

Highlight • River

Busy canal basin with moored boats and a lot to see. There is also a nice pub next to the basin (Navigation Inn). It's a great stopping point when cycling in the area.

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41.4 km

Watch for Cars

Highlight • Trail

Very busy in the warmer months, just keep an eye out for cars

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67.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.7 km

20.9 km

3.99 km

2.84 km

2.50 km

2.08 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

55.1 km

7.35 km

3.49 km

954 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

27°C

14°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Whaley Bridge Canal Basin – Peak Forest Canal loop from Chelmorton

Steep Rocky Path

Devonshire Dome

Long Hill

Whaley Bridge Canal Basin

Peak Forest Canal

Bugsworth Canal Basin and Peak Forest Tramway

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