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Staffordshire
Staffordshire Moorlands
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The Manifold Way cycle trail – Ecton Bridge loop from Hulme End

Moderate

4.5

(2)

22

riders

The Manifold Way cycle trail – Ecton Bridge loop from Hulme End

01:43

26.3km

340m

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 17, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Peak District National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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93 m

The Manifold Way cycle trail

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Flat and traffic-free cycle and walking route following the former Leek and Manifold Light Railway through some magnificent scenery.

Bike hire available at the southern end of the Trail in …

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12.8 km

Brown End Farm Cycle Hire

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It has a free car park and is conveniently placed for the Manifold Trail.

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15.5 km

After climbing up the hill, you are rewarded with great views across the surrounding landscape

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23.7 km

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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23.8 km

Ecton Bridge

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Lovely spot on the Manifold Way

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26.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

8.94 km

2.62 km

1.23 km

182 m

Surfaces

16.3 km

9.79 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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