Lostock Gralam is a region situated in the heart of the Cheshire Plain, offering diverse landscapes suitable for outdoor activities. The area features a mix of paved surfaces and varied terrains, accommodating several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Its proximity to the historic Trent & Mersey Canal and extensive parklands provides varied settings for exploration.
Lostock Gralam provides more than 40 routes for outdoor activities across several sports…
87
Routes
4.5
(186)
Average rating
1381
People visited

4.0
(3)
16
hikers
14.0km
03:38
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
2
hikers
10.9km
02:46
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(32)
143
hikers
12.6km
03:15
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
58
hikers
6.90km
01:47
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(5)
101
riders
48.2km
02:14
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
47
riders
91.2km
04:31
1,180m
1,180m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(2)
36
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
97.7km
04:10
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.3
(6)
51
riders
49.7km
02:52
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(42)
47
riders
36.5km
02:10
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
12
riders
38.1km
02:16
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
16
riders
35.4km
02:03
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
34.7km
02:38
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
46.5km
02:41
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
15
riders
58.2km
03:23
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(8)
22
riders
37.0km
02:25
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
9
riders
15.7km
01:01
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
12
riders
21.1km
01:25
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(3)
7
riders
29.4km
01:55
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
5.96km
00:37
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
8.28km
00:51
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lostock Gralam offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 40 routes, providing diverse options for different interests. These routes are rated an average of 4.48 out of 5 stars by komoot users.
Lostock Gralam provides numerous verified walking routes, from easy strolls through woodlands to longer paths along the Trent & Mersey Canal. Specific guides are available for Hiking around Lostock Gralam and Easy hikes around Lostock Gralam. The Whitegate Way is also noted for accessible walks through woods and fields.
Yes, Lostock Gralam offers easy walking routes suitable for various skill levels. The Trent & Mersey Canal towpaths provide relatively flat paths, and the Whitegate Way is highlighted for easy and varied walks. A dedicated komoot guide for Easy hikes around Lostock Gralam is available.
Lostock Gralam offers a range of cycling routes, including options for Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Routes often feature mostly paved surfaces and scenic views, with lengths typically ranging from 21.6 miles (34.7 km) to 47 miles (75.6 km). Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Lostock Gralam and Cycling around Lostock Gralam provide more details.
Yes, Lostock Gralam provides access to mountain biking trails. The area's varied terrains accommodate mountain biking, with specific routes available for exploration. A komoot guide for MTB Trails around Lostock Gralam can assist in finding suitable routes.
Trails near Lostock Gralam feature diverse natural landscapes. Notable features include the historic Trent & Mersey Canal, Tatton Mere (a Site of Special Scientific Interest), and Rostherne Mere, Cheshire's largest mere. Holford Moss also presents intriguing brine wells and birch woodland.
The relatively flat towpaths of the Trent & Mersey Canal and the accessible Whitegate Way are suitable for family walks. Tatton Park, with its extensive grounds and deer park, also offers ample space for family-friendly excursions. These areas provide gentle terrain for various ages.
Lostock Gralam is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 28,000 visitors having explored the region. Users have contributed over 1,800 ratings, resulting in an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Lostock Gralam, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Lostock Gralam, Road Cycling Routes around Lostock Gralam, Easy hikes around Lostock Gralam, MTB Trails around Lostock Gralam, Cycling around Lostock Gralam, Gravel biking around Lostock Gralam, and Running Trails around Lostock Gralam.
Official information regarding Lostock Gralam can be found through the Lostock Gralam Parish Council. Their website is www.lostockgralamparishcouncil.co.uk. For direct inquiries, the Parish Clerk can be reached at 07739 926 025.
The terrain for hiking in Lostock Gralam varies, encompassing flat canal towpaths, woodlands, and open fields. The Cheshire Plain setting means routes are generally moderate, with some elevation changes possible, particularly on longer cycling routes which can reach up to 1,360 feet (415 m) in elevation.
Yes, the historic Trent & Mersey Canal runs through Lostock Gralam parish, offering accessible routes. Its towpaths provide relatively flat surfaces suitable for walking and cycling. A specific 1.8-mile (3 km) 'Rail Trail' allows for walks along the canal to sites like the Lion Salt Works.

