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Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Church Lawton

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North West England

Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Church Lawton

Hard

14

runners

Wheelock Rail Trail – Wheelock Rail Trail loop from Church Lawton

01:56

17.7km

70m

Running

Hard run. 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: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.63 km

Shropshire Union Canal

Highlight • Structure

2

5.60 km

Bench With View of Sheep Pasture

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

6.35 km

Wheelock Rail Trail Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Wheelock Rail Trail near Sandbach follows the route of a disused railway from Ettiley Heath to Malkins Bank. Today the trail is a rich haven for wildlife and wild …

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4

6.81 km

Wheelock Rail Trail

Highlight • Trail

Stretching over a 2 km span of pathway, the Wheelock Rail Trail offers a tranquil and car-free route. It runs in parallel with Trent and Mersey Canal, providing a seamless …

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5

7.62 km

Miola Coffee Lounge

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely quirky little stopoff with covered outdoor seating and a great selection of food and drinks!

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6

11.0 km

Countryside Pathway to Playing Field

Highlight • Trail

7

12.4 km

Wheelock Rail Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

You can use the byway just off the main canal footpath

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8

15.5 km

Trent and Mersey Canal

Highlight • Structure

Nice plod up canal mix of stones and mud with locks and Low bridges so take care

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B

17.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.30 km

5.99 km

1.68 km

1.07 km

546 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.75 km

6.02 km

2.18 km

1.92 km

547 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 6 October

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8°C

18 %

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