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Rochdale Canal – Hollingworth Lake loop from Moston

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
England
North West England
Greater Manchester

Rochdale Canal – Hollingworth Lake loop from Moston

Moderate

4.7

(18)

86

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: March 21, 2026

Waypoints

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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

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peaceful

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4

20.5 km

Hollingworth Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to stop for refreshments

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5

21.8 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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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

1.02 km

425 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.1 km

10.5 km

7.54 km

3.44 km

301 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

14°C

3°C

16 %

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