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The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Congleton

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North West England

The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Congleton

Hard

5.0

(3)

7

hikers

The Old Man of Mow – Mow Cop Castle loop from Congleton

06:17

23.5km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.96 km

Macclesfield Canal Towpath and Stone Bridge

Highlight • Trail

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

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2

2.11 km

View Down Macclesfield Canal Towards Congleton

Highlight • Cycleway

3

2.69 km

Biddulph Valley Way

Highlight • Trail

Lovely shared track through woodland.

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6.18 km

Willocks Wood

Forest

5

6.79 km

Willocks Wood

Highlight • Natural

Willocks Wood is a pretty woodland below Nick i' th' Hill. Composed of mainly oak and silver birch, the woodland is home to much flora and fauna.

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6

9.31 km

The Old Man of Mow

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Old Man of Mow is a mysterious rock on the summit of Mow Cop. From this spot, you experience an awe-inspiring vista. On a clear day, views stretch into …

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7

9.69 km

Mow Cop Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mow Cop Castle is a famous landmark in Mow Cop, a village situated on a moorland ridge. The castle is actually a folly summerhouse, built to look like a ruin …

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13.4 km

Flee Crows Plantation

Forest

9

15.4 km

Macclesfield Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This breathtaking and peaceful walk along Macclesfield Canal will be sure to lift your spirits. You can enjoy spectacular views of green countryside and colourful canalboats whilst following a riverside footpath that passes under ancient stone bridges.

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10

20.6 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.

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B

23.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

5.85 km

3.71 km

1.59 km

1.36 km

158 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

4.15 km

3.08 km

2.91 km

1.88 km

476 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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