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Lancashire

Compston's Cross – The Rake Climb loop from Accrington

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United Kingdom
England
North West England
Lancashire

Compston's Cross – The Rake Climb loop from Accrington

Moderate

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Compston's Cross – The Rake Climb loop from Accrington

03:49

47.0km

860m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 72 m for 32 m

After 3.51 km for 42 m

After 4.61 km for 6 m

After 30.9 km for 17 m

After 47.0 km for 32 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

13.2 km

Clowbridge Reservoir

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2

14.5 km

Clowbridge Reservoir

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View down Clowbridge reservoir which is surrounded by beautiful moorland with plenty of opportunities to spot varied wildlife.

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3

15.3 km

Compston's Cross

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Crossroads used to be considered as enchanted places, where strange, magical events might take place. Crosses would be erected to sanctify the spot, ensuring safe passage for travellers.

Compston's Cross …

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19.7 km

Whitewell Brook

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5

22.0 km

Lee Quarry Mountain Biking Route

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Give it a shot

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6

22.4 km

Recently re-opened railway tunnels which are now part of the East-Lancashire cycleway. Apparently the tunnels are lit just enough to see by but too bright for bats to roost!

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7

30.8 km

get in the small chainring.. it's all up from here!!!!!

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8

30.9 km

The Rake Climb

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The Rake is a classic short and steep hill climb. It's been used in the British Hill Climbing championships three times and has also featured in the Tour of Britain. …

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9

34.9 km

Moor Road Descent Near Ramsbottom

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This is a nice downhill section on loose rocks through the beautiful countryside near Ramsbottom. The route can be slippery when wet so be careful.

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46.4 km

Platt's Lodge

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B

47.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

10.3 km

6.44 km

6.29 km

5.95 km

4.44 km

164 m

Surfaces

15.0 km

14.2 km

11.9 km

2.41 km

2.07 km

1.51 km

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Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Wednesday 3 June

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