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North West England

Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Sandbach

Hiking trails & Routes

North West England

Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Sandbach

Easy

25

hikers

Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Sandbach

01:30

5.81km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

861 m

Wheelock Rail Trail

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Stretching over a 2 km span of pathway, the Wheelock Rail Trail offers a tranquil and car-free route. It runs in parallel with Trent and Mersey Canal, providing a seamless connection. The pathway's level terrain makes it an ideal choice for runners seeking an uninterrupted jog through the picturesque countryside.

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2

1.33 km

Wheelock Rail Trail Stone Bridge

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The Wheelock Rail Trail near Sandbach follows the route of a disused railway from Ettiley Heath to Malkins Bank. Today the trail is a rich haven for wildlife and wild flowers and provides a pleasant level and wide route through the Cheshire East countryside.

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3

2.35 km

Wheelock Rail Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

You can use the byway just off the main canal footpath

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4

2.69 km

Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock

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Lovely piece of the past British architecture.

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5

2.69 km

Millbank Locks

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6

3.75 km

Bench With View of Sheep Pasture

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7

4.05 km

Wheelock Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Part of NCR 5 . Good shared track that offered good alternative back to Sandbach

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B

5.81 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.57 km

806 m

232 m

167 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.96 km

806 m

517 m

375 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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