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Meccano Bridge – Clifton Marina loop from Salford Crescent

Routes
United Kingdom
England
North West England
Greater Manchester

Meccano Bridge – Clifton Marina loop from Salford Crescent

Moderate

4.6

(11)

53

riders

Meccano Bridge – Clifton Marina loop from Salford Crescent

02:11

36.1km

270m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: April 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.88 km for 103 m

After 27.1 km for 68 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

7.04 km

Drinkwater Park Gravel Trails

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Sustrans NCR 6 runs right through the centre Drinkwater Park, following the River Irwell. It is one of Manchester's largest green space areas. There is a good mixture of both …

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11.1 km

North Wood

Forest

3

12.3 km

Thirteen Arches Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

4

12.5 km

Clifton Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Check point 2

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5

12.9 km

Brilliant small network of well maintained mountain bike trails that's perfect for beginners with a blue rated route and more advanced riders with the red loop.
All well signposted so you won't get lost!

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14.1 km

Fat Hurst Wood

Forest

7

19.6 km

8

21.2 km

Meccano Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The Manchester, Bolton and Bury Canal is looking good in small areas. It is a shame that it is so delipidated in places but still well worth a visit.
The …

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9

21.3 km

Here at Prestolee Locks are the remains of six locks, in two flights of three, and in between the two flights was a passing pound where the lock-keeper's cottage was. …

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10

25.1 km

Clifton Marina

Highlight • Lake

Clifton Marina is situated on the banks of the River Irwell and serves as a popular mooring spot for boaters. It offers an ideal setting for walking and cycling, boasting scenic views of the river and the surrounding countryside.

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36.1 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

6.74 km

6.69 km

4.48 km

4.28 km

572 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.2 km

8.52 km

8.40 km

6.66 km

1.32 km

879 m

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Wednesday 20 May

21°C

11°C

21 %

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