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Aighton, Bailey And Chaigley

Hodder Bridge – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

Bike touring routes & trails

North West England

Aighton, Bailey And Chaigley

Hodder Bridge – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

Hard

5.0

(2)

45

riders

Hodder Bridge – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

02:15

32.4km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

2.47 km

Cromwell's Bridge Over the River Hodder

Highlight • Historical Site

This ancient crossing over the River Hodder is named after Oliver Cromwell, who, in 1648, lead his army across it on the way to the Battle of Preston. Today, it …

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2

2.51 km

Hodder Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely stretch of river.

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3

6.50 km

Birdy Brow Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A test of fitness for local cyclists. It's tough and most cyclists love to hate it. This climb isn't particularly long (1.2 miles) but is steep in parts, approach from …

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15.6 km

Dilworth Upper Reservoir

Lake

5

18.7 km

View of the Forest of Bowland from Jeffrey Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Forest of Bowland National Landscape covers 312 square miles of rural Lancashire and adjacent Yorkshire. From Hurst Green in the south to Wennington in the North, the Forest of …

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6

19.2 km

Jeffrey Hill Steepest Section

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Be careful when descending as there is a sharp left hander which can catch you out. Ascending? It is a tough little section, maxing out around 25%. Note the picture of the cyclist walking up it, don't blame him.

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25.3 km

Tom Rydings Wood

Forest

8

31.0 km

Stonyhurst College

Highlight • Historical Site

Wonderful view of Stonyhurst College as you ride down the Avenue

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9

31.5 km

Stonyhurst College

Highlight • Other

10

32.2 km

Millie's Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great to grab a sandwich or coffee before the walk. Delicious omelettes.

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B

32.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.3 km

141 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.1 km

372 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Monday 19 October

12°C

8°C

91 %

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