Audlem is a region in Cheshire, England, characterized by its flat, agricultural landscapes, quiet country lanes, and the historic Shropshire Union Canal. The area offers a diverse environment for outdoor activities, including gentle rolling countryside, canal towpaths, and rural trails. These features make Audlem suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more. The canal, with its impressive flight of 15 locks, and the River Weaver are prominent natural features shaping the outdoor experience in…
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4.4
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34
hikers
4.71km
01:13
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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19
hikers
10.4km
02:41
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
hikers
10.4km
02:41
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2.0
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43
riders
28.1km
01:10
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

29
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21.8km
01:00
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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43.7km
01:48
260m
260m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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21
riders
32.3km
01:20
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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25
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42.3km
02:26
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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41.0km
02:24
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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29.9km
01:46
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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24.9km
01:27
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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13
runners
7.26km
00:45
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.74km
00:42
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.6km
01:06
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
41.4km
02:16
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.3km
01:38
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
28.7km
01:33
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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37.3km
02:21
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Audlem offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The area features quiet country lanes, canal towpaths, and rural trails. There are more than 60 routes available for various sports.
Audlem's routes have been explored by more than 6,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. There are 63 total routes available across different sports.
Audlem provides numerous road cycling routes characterized by flat, agricultural landscapes and quiet country lanes. The area is suitable for various skill levels with modest elevation changes. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Audlem guide.
Touring cyclists can find routes that explore historic areas and offer scenic views, such as the Nantwich Town Centre – Nantwich Historic Town Centre loop (26.3 miles [42.3 km]). Many routes incorporate sections along the Shropshire Union Canal. The Cycling around Audlem guide provides more details.
Hiking in Audlem features diverse landscapes, including the historic Shropshire Union Canal and the River Weaver. Trails range from flat canal towpaths to gentle rural paths. The Hiking around Audlem guide offers various options.
Yes, Audlem offers easy and family-friendly hiking routes, such as the Audlem Circular Walk, a 5.6-mile [9 km] loop with virtually no elevation gain. This route is accessible for most hikers and features canal paths and village scenery. More options are available in the Easy hikes around Audlem guide.
The Shropshire Union Canal and its impressive flight of 15 locks are prominent features, raising the waterway by 93 feet. The River Weaver also flows through the area, offering scenic views. St. James' Church, an ancient sandstone church, is a notable historic landmark.
Audlem offers varied terrain for mountain biking, particularly along the Shropshire Union Canal. Riders can expect a mix of hard-based paths and potentially muddy, uneven surfaces. The MTB Trails around Audlem guide highlights several routes.
The most comprehensive community website for Audlem, serving as a central hub for news, events, and local information, is AudlemOnline. It features dedicated sections for local cycling and walks. The official website is audlem.org.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Audlem, including Road Cycling Routes around Audlem, Cycling around Audlem, Hiking around Audlem, Easy hikes around Audlem, MTB Trails around Audlem, and Running Trails around Audlem.
Permits are generally not required for cycling or hiking on public roads, canal towpaths, or designated bridleways in Audlem. These areas are freely accessible for outdoor activities. Always respect private land and follow local signage.
Many of Audlem's rural trails and canal towpaths are suitable for walking with dogs, provided they are kept under control. Always adhere to local regulations regarding dogs, especially near livestock or in conservation areas. Specific routes may have different rules.
Audlem's cycling terrain is characterized by flat, agricultural landscapes and gentle rolling countryside. Road cycling routes primarily use quiet country lanes with modest elevation changes. Some routes offer off-road sections along canal towpaths and bridleways.

