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Greater Manchester

Ashton Canal – Fallowfield Loop loop from Guide Bridge

Easy

4.0

(6)

115

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Ashton Canal – Fallowfield Loop loop from Guide Bridge

01:12

20.4km

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 24, 2025

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Start point

Train Station

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1

1.48 km

Ashton Canal is kept nice and tidy. There are a few pot holes that need avoiding but the scenery is quite pleasant. Most of the architecture is restored Victorian.

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2

4.44 km

Gorton Lower Reservoir was built in the early 1800s to provide water for the surrounding area. It was a supply reservoir until 1963 when it was decommissioned and became a …

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3

7.92 km

Free balance bikes to borrow & use on the track at the cafe. Bike repairs + servicing!

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4

10.3 km

Great off road route

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5

12.8 km

Excellent cafe stop with loads of space inside and out. Bike racks out back and a great selection of cakes!

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6

13.6 km

Wild and rugged: welcome to Highfield Country Park. The 70-acres of park land are mostly not manicured, allowing wild grasses and trees to hug the small paths through the woodland. …

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20.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

1.66 km

922 m

226 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.7 km

2.50 km

1.81 km

202 m

148 m

< 100 m

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