Ecton Bridge – The Manifold Way loop from Reaps Moor

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Ecton Bridge – The Manifold Way loop from Reaps Moor

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Ecton Bridge – The Manifold Way loop from Reaps Moor

02:28

38.1km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.41 km

Cawlow Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lumpy and Bumpy climb between Hulme End and Warslow that has Moss up the middle

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7.23 km

Ecton Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely spot on the Manifold Way

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7.36 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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9.40 km

Ford at Wetton Mill on the Hoo Brook

Highlight • River

A very cool Ford to cycle through.

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10.7 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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10.7 km

Bike parking at Thor's Cave

Highlight • Parking

Place to lock up bikes to visit Thors Cave

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15.3 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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20.4 km

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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