View of the Lovell Telescope – View of Jodrell Bank Telescope loop from Macclesfield

View of the Lovell Telescope – View of Jodrell Bank Telescope loop from Macclesfield

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View of the Lovell Telescope – View of Jodrell Bank Telescope loop from Macclesfield

01:43

42.1km

220m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.34 km

Redesmere Lake

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Nice climb from Redesmere along quiet lane to "Ron's Railings". The climb is rewarded by great views across to Jodrell Bank and the Cheshire Plain. Just be aware of other …

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12.8 km

Willie's Wood

Forest

14.7 km

View of the Jodrell Bank radio telescope from Catchpenny Lane

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Top of the tour ..
The Wizard Tearooms ..
Stop serving ..
Full English breakfast ..
At 15.00 😋

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16.0 km

Jodrell Bank Entrance

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Nice place to sit against a tree & refuel

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16.1 km

View of the Lovell Telescope

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Views of the Lovrell dish from the surrounding lanes

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16.7 km

View of Jodrell Bank Telescope

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Great place to cycle from Wilmslow/Alderley edge area. Also a good idea to visit the nearby Redesmere lake.

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32.0 km

View of Mow Cop Castle from Marton Road

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Heading towards Marton this section trends downhill but undulates satisfyingly. Welcome to cycling glory. Smooth tarmac and roads wide enough not to be afraid you’ll turn a corner and meet …

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42.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.8 km

2.93 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

40.3 km

1.80 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

17°C

9°C

43 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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Comments

June 24, 2023,First ride for Niki since breaking her arm.

Lovely ride out with Niki from Redesmere reservoir around the quite Cheshire lanes stopping for refreshments at the Swettenham Arms and passing by Jodrell Bank. Fabulous. Until the next time.....