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Macclesfield Canal – Lyme Hall & Park loop from Woodsmoor

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Macclesfield Canal – Lyme Hall & Park loop from Woodsmoor

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5.0

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Macclesfield Canal – Lyme Hall & Park loop from Woodsmoor

01:30

24.0km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 19, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 54 m for 18 m

After 23.9 km for 18 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.03 km

Middlewood Way High Lane Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice surface to ride on & not too busy.

Tip by

7.64 km

Horse Shoe Inn

Highlight • Pub

Great food and lovely beer garden just off the canal

Tip by

7.77 km

The Macclesfield Canal runs for about 26 miles (42 km) between Marple and Hardings Wood Junction, linking the Peak Forest Canal with the Trent and Mersey Canal. You can follow the towpath along most of its length.

The canal is famous for its beautiful turnover bridges, which allowed horses to change from one side to the other without having to be unhitched.

Tip by

8.04 km

Hartley Woods

Forest

12.0 km

Lyme Hall & Park

Highlight • Lake

Lyme Hall & Park is an enchanting blend of history and nature. The stately mansion, dating back to the 16th century, offers a glimpse into the past with its opulent interiors and extensive art collection. The surrounding parkland, adorned with serene lakes and woodlands, gives visitors the opportunity to explore its tranquil beauty and discover a diverse range of wildlife and history.

Tip by

12.2 km

Lyme Park

Highlight • Historical Site

good place for a visit also plenty of runs out of here eg parkrun

Tip by

24.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.66 km

6.02 km

5.49 km

1.90 km

1.43 km

391 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

4.09 km

756 m

199 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Macclesfield Canal – Lyme Hall & Park loop from Woodsmoor

Middlewood Way High Lane Station

Horse Shoe Inn