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Middlewood Way – Waterside Café loop from Woodsmoor

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Middlewood Way – Waterside Café loop from Woodsmoor

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Middlewood Way – Waterside Café loop from Woodsmoor

02:05

33.2km

250m

Cycling

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: May 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.57 km for 50 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.65 km

Picnic Area and Wild Camping Spot Near Stone Wall

Highlight • Rest Area

10.1 km

The Boars Head is a stunning, country pub located in the quaint village of Higher Poynton – the gateway into one of the National Trust’s crown jewels; Lyme Park.

Situated on Shrigley Road North, a dog-friendly pub is a popular spot for families, walkers and cyclists.

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10.1 km

Old Higher Poynton Railway Station Picnic Area

Highlight • Cycleway

Great place for a picnic.

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10.9 km

Middlewood Way

Highlight • Trail

Middlewood Way is an 11-mile (16-km) traffic-free greenway linking Macclesfield and Marple.

This mostly flat route winds through fields and small towns like Bollington. While not as scenic as trails like Tissington, it’s still a charming ride. Shared with walkers and horse riders, some sections require caution and slower speeds due to limited space.

In wet weather expect muddy conditions, with a slick surface that can leave you messy. In dry weather, the hardpack path offers a smooth and enjoyable ride.

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11.8 km

Macclesfield Canal

Lake

14.0 km

Blakehey Wood

Forest

17.6 km

The Green Café, Bollington

Highlight • Cafe

Just off the main road in Bollington, this is a lovely cafe with good coffee, tasty grub and homemade cakes. Friendly staff. Couple of tables outside too.

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18.3 km

Waterside Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe for a stop if you're cycling down the canal. A small amount of outside seating, but it's nice to take away and sit on the canalside.

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33.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.9 km

4.98 km

3.13 km

1.74 km

1.29 km

156 m

Surfaces

15.9 km

14.8 km

1.02 km

729 m

560 m

126 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Saturday 4 July

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Middlewood Way – Waterside Café loop from Woodsmoor

Fire & Ice Café

Lady's Incline

Picnic Area and Wild Camping Spot Near Stone Wall

The Boar's Head

Old Higher Poynton Railway Station Picnic Area

Middlewood Way

The Green Café, Bollington

Waterside Café

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