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Moreton Cum Alcumlow

The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

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Moreton Cum Alcumlow

The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

Moderate

4.6

(19)

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The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

04:37

16.6km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.34 km

Hanging Wood

Forest

2.13 km

Mow Cop Trig Point

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2.39 km

The Old Man of Mow

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Old Man of Mow is a mysterious rock on the summit of Mow Cop. From this spot, you experience an awe-inspiring vista. On a clear day, views stretch into …

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3.56 km

Mow Cop Castle

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Mow Cop Castle is a famous landmark in Mow Cop, a village situated on a moorland ridge. The castle is actually a folly summerhouse, built to look like a ruin …

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5.48 km

Mow Lane Layby Viewpoint

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Easy to find. Just park in the layby and there it is. Fantastic views on a sunny day.

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6.58 km

Willocks Wood

Forest

6.94 km

Nick i' th' Hill Hamlet

Highlight • Settlement

A beautiful little hamlet of 8 or so dwellings is to be found in this geological feature known locally as Nick i' th' Hill.

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10.6 km

Biddulph Valley Way

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Lovely shared track through woodland.

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11.1 km

Macclesfield Canal Towpath and Stone Bridge

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very scenic route, but not the best surface for riding.

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12.9 km

Lambert's Lane Change Bridge (Macclesfield Canal)

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This twisting bridge makes for a quirky crossing over the Macclesfield Canal. The bridge was built in 1831 and is now Grade II-listed.

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16.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.79 km

4.34 km

2.98 km

2.09 km

398 m

Surfaces

6.85 km

3.21 km

2.79 km

1.99 km

1.07 km

683 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

16°C

10°C

66 %

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The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

Mow Cop Trig Point

The Old Man of Mow

Mow Cop Castle

Mow Lane Layby Viewpoint

Nick i' th' Hill Hamlet

Biddulph Valley Way

Macclesfield Canal Towpath and Stone Bridge

Lambert's Lane Change Bridge (Macclesfield Canal)

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