Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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1.33 km

Tamworth Castle and Gardens

The castle has been here on the banks of the River Anker for over 900 years.
It's now paid entry and open Tue to Sun.

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15.7 km

Lichfield Cathedral

The first church was built here in about 700AD. Then the Normans built the first cathedral soon after the invasion of 1066. This was then rebuilt in a gothic style …

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31.1 km

Penkridge Bank Road Climb, Cannock Chase Forest

Penkridge Bank road across the woodland of Cannock Chase. It's not a huge hill but it's a fun road.

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46.9 km

The East Gate Remains

It is the sole remaining fragment of the medieval town walls. It was probably built in the early 15th century and most of the gate was demolished 1800 due to a neighbouring road needing widening.

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67.9 km

Cobwebs Coffee Stop

Cake and coffee, cyclists mecca. A regular choice of a dozen fresh homemade cakes and excellent coffee.
Open 10:00 - 16:00 but closed on Tuesdays.

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100 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

64.2 km

33.0 km

1.76 km

1.23 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

83.5 km

16.5 km

270 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

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Tamworth Castle, Lichfield cathedral & Cannock Chase loop

Tamworth Castle and Gardens

Lichfield Cathedral

Penkridge Bank Road Climb, Cannock Chase Forest

The East Gate Remains

Cobwebs Coffee Stop

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