Hunters Hill Climb – Eccleston Village loop from Appley Bridge

Hunters Hill Climb – Eccleston Village loop from Appley Bridge

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Hunters Hill Climb – Eccleston Village loop from Appley Bridge

02:22

54.8km

330m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 11.6 km for 36 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.81 km

Hunters Hill Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A challenging climb, well worth it for the views on the way up.

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11.6 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Back Lane across the Leeds Liverpool Canal

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13.8 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal (Rufford Branch)

Lake

27.3 km

Heatons Bridge

Highlight • Rest Area

Great canal side pub dating from 1837, when it served as offices for the Leeds and Liverpool freight services. Traditional pub with separate areas and home cooked food. Pill box …

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30.8 km

Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Martin Mere was formed at the end of the last ice age, when water filled a depression in the glacial drift. Since then its size has varied as water levels …

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33.9 km

Curlew Lane

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful surroundings with good tarmac. Nice to sprint on

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36.8 km

Boat House Brasserie

Highlight • Cafe

Excellent coffee and cake

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36.8 km

The Boat House Café at Fettlers Wharf Marina

Highlight • Cafe

This is a great stop off for tea/coffee and cake etc Portion sizes are HUGE!! Good for calorie replacement on those long rides :)

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45.2 km

The area to the south of Eccleston is a mini haven for cyclists - lots of little lanes to explore, a few cafes to find and a few challenging little climbs over towards Parbold. And all on fairly quiet roads.

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