River Mersey – Sale Water Park loop from Reddish

River Mersey – Sale Water Park loop from Reddish

Moderate

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River Mersey – Sale Water Park loop from Reddish

02:50

49.5km

200m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.8 km for 60 m

After 12.4 km for 141 m

After 20.4 km for 57 m

After 26.6 km for 110 m

After 27.9 km for 128 m

After 40.9 km for 125 m

After 43.0 km for 154 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.1 km

River Mersey

Highlight • River

Once the border between the ancient kingdoms of Mercia and Northumbria, the River Mersey is firmly rooted in British history. The river was an important transport connection during the Industrial …

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16.3 km

The Sale Water Park is a great place for a stop The 1970's former gravel pit, has been transformed in to one of the regions top watersport centers. The is an on site restaurant theboathousesale.co.uk serving snack and drinks.

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16.8 km

Sale Water Park

Lake

20.1 km

Bridgewater Canal and Stretford Marina

Highlight • River

Built and first used in the 18th century, the Bridgwater Canal connects Manchester to Runcorn and Leigh.

With a peaceful towpath, it's the perfect companion for a bike ride with a mixture of nature and culture.

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35.3 km

Ashton Canal

Highlight • Viewpoint

Ashton Canal is kept nice and tidy. There are a few pot holes that need avoiding but the scenery is quite pleasant. Most of the architecture is restored Victorian.

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38.0 km

Peak Forest Canal

Highlight • Bridge

lovely place

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38.0 km

Portland Basin

Highlight • Settlement

Like many of Manchester's former industrial sites, Portland Basin has been turned into a nice residential area, complete with good cafe options. Well worth a stop off.

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38.5 km

Wega Bridge

Highlight • River

Be careful you don't get your tyre down the gap when going over the bridge.

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40.9 km

Dunkirk Wood

Forest

45.2 km

Cycleway Along the River Tame

Highlight • Forest

This scenic cycle path follows the River Tame through a shaded wooded area. There are opportunities to park the bike up along the route and take some steps down to the water.

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