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: October 15, 2025

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Peak District National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.79 km

Dry riverbed of the Manifold and Hamps rivers

Highlight • Natural

The Rivers Manifold and Hamps are often without water as the limestone that forms the ground dissolves and the water disappears underground.
In fact, you have to find a very …

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10.4 km

Bike parking at Thor's Cave

Highlight • Parking

Place to lock up bikes to visit Thors Cave

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10.4 km

View of Thor's Cave from the trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view up to Thor's cave. There is a place to lock the bike up if you want to visit the cave.

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10.9 km

The Manifold Way is a traffic-free trail through the picturesque limestone dale forged by the River Manifold. Along a smooth, well-maintained path, you explore spellbinding White Peak countryside. It’s perfect for all ages and abilities.

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11.7 km

Ford at Wetton Mill on the Hoo Brook

Highlight • River

A very cool Ford to cycle through.

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13.7 km

National Cycle Network Route 549 – Peak District

Highlight • Cycleway

One of the many trails in the Peak District. You can cycle just this route, or join it up with others nearby.

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16.1 km

The Manifold Way cycle trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Flat and traffic-free cycle and walking route following the former Leek and Manifold Light Railway through some magnificent scenery.

Bike hire available at the southern end of the Trail in …

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32.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.3 km

10.1 km

2.81 km

670 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.4 km

6.21 km

378 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Dry riverbed of the Manifold and Hamps rivers

Bike parking at Thor's Cave

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National Cycle Network Route 549 – Peak District

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