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Crest awe-inspiring Peak District summits and descend beautiful quiet lanes on a mountainous ride of climbing endurance around Cheshire’s wilder side. Ticking off the Blaze Hill and Lamaload climbs of the Cheshire Cycleway, a diversion out from the isolated Wildboarclough to Wincle rewards with stunning ridge views.
Route details
- Distance
23.6 miles (38 km) - Elevation gain
2987 ft (910 m) - Time allow 3 hours
- Difficulty
Very Challenging - Terrain Lanes
- Suited to
Gravel Bike 
Hybrid Bike 
Road Bike - Suitability notes Other Bikes: route is accessible to all however, being fully on-road with long climbs, may not be best-suited to other types. Non-Standard Cycles: technically accessible, though steep climbs and very narrow lanes may prove tricky.
- Attributes Accessible by train, Car parking, Circular loop, Ideal for electric bikes, Moors, National Cycle Network, Pocket Guide available, Pubs and cafés, Reservoirs, Rural heritage, Steep climbs, Towns and villages, Views of hills and peaks, Views of open countryside, Views of towns and cities, Woodlands and forests
- Starts at SJ 92698 76482 SK10 5DS
- Places Bollington, Cat and Fiddle, Cheshire, Cheshire East, Kerridge, Langley, Macclesfield, Macclesfield Forest, Rainow, Shutlingsloe, Sutton, Tegg’s Nose, Wildboarclough, Wincle
Preview map
How to unlock
To unlock just this route and the in-depth website guide, buy the Cheshire Mountains of Macclesfield Pocket Guide & GPX, or see below to unlock the whole collection.
Pocket Guide & GPX
• Downloadable PDF route guide in both phone and printer-friendly formats
• Navigation files in GPX, TCX and FIT format
• Access to website route guide
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What to expect
A link to the complete guide is provided immediately. It includes a route map, introduction, things to note, tips for getting there, detailed stage-by-stage route description and loads of original photos, just like the free guides.
Take a look at the 25+ free cycle route guides for an idea of what to expect with each guide. As an extra bonus, “Plus” guides are completely ad-free — and there are still plenty more to come!
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Anthony
The all-important disclaimer: While great care and attention has been put into gathering these routes, ensuring details are accurate and determining their suitability, all information should be used as a guide only and is not a replacement for using your own judgement or research when setting out on new adventures. Peaks & Puddles cannot be held responsible for any problems you may encounter.
Always ensure your equipment is safe for use and that you are well prepared, carrying everything necessary including access to a good map. Follow the Highway Code and the Countryside Code at all times. Respect the landscape, the wildlife and the people you encounter. But most importantly, have fun!