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West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Bike parking at Thor's Cave – The Manifold Way loop from Thor's Cave

Bike touring routes & trails

West Midlands Region

Staffordshire Moorlands

Bike parking at Thor's Cave – The Manifold Way loop from Thor's Cave

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4.6

(30)

349

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Bike parking at Thor's Cave – The Manifold Way loop from Thor's Cave

01:29

22.6km

310m

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: April 16, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

732 m

View of Thor's Cave from the Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stop and admire the view after a tough climb.

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2

1.42 km

Thor's Cave

Highlight • Cave

It’s a steep hill down to the Manifold Way and at the end of our path it was a continuous steep road clim to the last half mile into Wetton. …

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3

2.56 km

View of Thor's Cave from the trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view up to Thor's cave. There is a place to lock the bike up if you want to visit the cave.

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4

2.61 km

Bike parking at Thor's Cave

Highlight • Parking

Place to lock up bikes to visit Thors Cave

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5

7.17 km

Dry riverbed of the Manifold and Hamps rivers

Highlight • Natural

The Rivers Manifold and Hamps are often without water as the limestone that forms the ground dissolves and the water disappears underground.
In fact, you have to find a very …

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6

12.3 km

The Manifold Way

Highlight • River

The Manifold Way is a traffic-free trail through the picturesque limestone dale forged by the River Manifold. Along a smooth, well-maintained path, you explore spellbinding White Peak countryside. It’s perfect for all ages and abilities.

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7

13.1 km

Ford at Wetton Mill on the Hoo Brook

Highlight • River

A very cool Ford to cycle through.

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8

15.1 km

National Cycle Network Route 549 – Peak District

Highlight • Cycleway

One of the many trails in the Peak District. You can cycle just this route, or join it up with others nearby.

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22.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

9.60 km

1.45 km

229 m

Surfaces

16.8 km

5.84 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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