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Rochdale Canal – Hollingworth Lake loop from Moston

Moderate

4.6

(17)

81

riders

Rochdale Canal – Hollingworth Lake loop from Moston

02:34

42.9km

160m

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: September 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

9.02 km

Rochdale Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Excellent gravel riding

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2

14.9 km

Rochdale Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

3

16.2 km

Stone Bridge on the Canal

Highlight • Bridge

peaceful

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4

20.5 km

Hollingworth Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to stop for refreshments

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5

21.7 km

Hollingworth Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lots of cafe stops by the lake. A great place to stop for refreshments, before the monster climb to Craig Vale.

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6

23.3 km

Waterside Café and Chips

Highlight • Cafe

7

29.9 km

Rochdale Canal

Highlight • Trail

Brilliant cycling route

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8

39.6 km

Kay Lane Lock (Lock 64)

Highlight • Structure

Great place to stop for a rest.

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B

42.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

9.25 km

7.38 km

5.14 km

1.07 km

372 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.0 km

10.5 km

7.54 km

3.44 km

347 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Weather

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Friday 9 October

12°C

8°C

63 %

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Comments

July 10, 2025,Bike Ride
Not bad Ride for a 75 year old really enjoyed it today👍
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