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Mountain biking trails

North West England

Wheelock Rail Trail – Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock loop from Sandbach

Mountain biking trails

North West England

Wheelock Rail Trail – Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock loop from Sandbach

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2

riders

Wheelock Rail Trail – Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock loop from Sandbach

01:25

23.8km

90m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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After 23.6 km for 214 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

2.25 km

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 …

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2

2.72 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 …

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3

3.47 km

Bench With View of Sheep Pasture

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4

3.74 km

Wheelock Rail Trail

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You can use the byway just off the main canal footpath

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5

4.20 km

Bridge at Cholmondeston Lock

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Lovely piece of the past British architecture.

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6

4.59 km

Shropshire Union Canal

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7

7.81 km

Byway Between Hassall and Alsager

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Piece of byway road between Hassall and Alsager leading under the M6

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8

19.4 km

Resurfaced Clay Lane

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B

23.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

6.28 km

932 m

886 m

660 m

175 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

5.90 km

2.00 km

1.76 km

1.61 km

1.24 km

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