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Watergrove Reservoir – Healey Dell Viaduct loop from Wardle

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
England
North West England
Greater Manchester

Watergrove Reservoir – Healey Dell Viaduct loop from Wardle

Moderate

12

riders

Watergrove Reservoir – Healey Dell Viaduct loop from Wardle

01:11

14.1km

230m

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: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

35 m

Wardle

Highlight • Other

Ideal place to stop for refreshments

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2

1.06 km

Watergrove Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

High in the Pennines above Wardle village, the area around Watergrove Reservoir includes walking trails with spectacular views, bird watching, fishing and a link to the Pennine Bridleway. The open …

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3

4.04 km

Pump Track

Highlight • MTB Park

Secluded pump track on the edge of the trail is a real treat - some great ramps!

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4

5.49 km

Healey Dell Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

5

5.56 km

Healey Dell Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Built in 1867 for the Rochdale to Bacup railway line, Healey Dell Viaduct is a wonderful structure. Each of its eight arches has a 26-foot (7.9 m) span and it …

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6

10.4 km

Gravel Descent with View of Rolling Hills

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B

14.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.60 km

3.02 km

2.36 km

2.26 km

1.83 km

Surfaces

6.71 km

6.01 km

677 m

670 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Tuesday 13 October

17°C

7°C

6 %

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