Start of Biddulph Valley Way – River Dane Weir loop from Congleton

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Start of Biddulph Valley Way – River Dane Weir loop from Congleton

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Start of Biddulph Valley Way – River Dane Weir loop from Congleton

01:48

6.86km

60m

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: September 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.04 km

Macclesfield Canal Towpath and Stone Bridge

Highlight • Trail

very scenic route, but not the best surface for riding.

Tip by

2.85 km

Start of Biddulph Valley Way

Highlight • Trail

There is a parking space at the top of this drive.

Tip by

3.57 km

Congleton Weir

Highlight • River

Quite unexpected, close to Congleton Park entrance.

Tip by

3.63 km

River Dane Weir

Highlight • River

It’s actually a weir not a waterfall.

Tip by

5.72 km

Lambert's Lane Change Bridge (Macclesfield Canal)

Highlight • Bridge

This twisting bridge makes for a quirky crossing over the Macclesfield Canal. The bridge was built in 1831 and is now Grade II-listed.

Tip by

6.71 km

The Wonky Pear

Highlight • Cafe

lovely pub also serving tea and cake

Tip by

6.86 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.82 km

1.24 km

1.10 km

387 m

170 m

118 m

Surfaces

2.66 km

1.41 km

1.32 km

1.10 km

318 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 8 October

16°C

9°C

95 %

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Start of Biddulph Valley Way – River Dane Weir loop from Congleton

Macclesfield Canal Towpath and Stone Bridge

Start of Biddulph Valley Way

Congleton Weir

River Dane Weir

Lambert's Lane Change Bridge (Macclesfield Canal)

The Wonky Pear

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