Whitefield, Delamere Forest – Chester Cathedral loop from Acton Bridge

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United Kingdom

England

North West England

Cheshire West and Chester

Acton Bridge

Whitefield, Delamere Forest – Chester Cathedral loop from Acton Bridge

Moderate

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Whitefield, Delamere Forest – Chester Cathedral loop from Acton Bridge

03:51

64.2km

420m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 28.0 km for 50 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.46 km

Darley Covert

Forest

7.34 km

Blakemere Moss

Lake

7.50 km

Blakemere Moss

Highlight • Forest

Blakemere Moss is a flooded area of Delamere Forest. The lake is rich in biodiversity and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is a great place for birdwatching and is home to species such as greylags, Canada geese, black-headed gulls, coots, mallards, and lapwings. The area was drained in the 1800s, supposedly by prisoners from the Napoleonic Wars, and planted with trees. It was turned back into a lake in the 1990s and tree stumps still poke through the water’s surface.

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8.81 km

Whitefield, Delamere Forest

Highlight • Trail

*update- The roadworks are now finished & several more Blue rated trails have been installed - Follow the Grey Arrow sign posts & the link* Delamere is a very popular spot which currently undergoing extensive redevelopment with introduction of luxury chalets presently under construction along with a very modern new visitor centre & further parking. New multi use paths & access roads are also being constructed to provide easier access for everyone. This has now been completed.
As for cycling, there are a couple of Blue rated wide 'crush & run' limestone chip affairs, ideal for families, could be boring for hard hitting off-road enthusiast but fear not there a a myriad of unofficial trails littered throughout the forest plus there's also an official 'Skills' area near the Manley area of the Forest, also easily accessed from 'Foxes Howell' on Ashton Rd.

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13.7 km

Rookery Wood

Forest

22.1 km

Chester Millennium Greenway Entrance

Highlight • Cycleway

This is the entrance/exit to the Chester Millennium Greenway. The greenway spans approximately 13 miles, connecting various parks and green spaces in Chester.

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28.0 km

Chester Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Chester Cathedral is a must-see for any visitor to the city of Chester. Founded as a Benedictine abbey in 1092, this incredible structure was subsequently rebuilt around 1250 and took 275 years to transform the building into the stunning Gothic-style building we see today.

Chester Cathedral has the most complete complex of monastic buildings in the country, including a Georgian square and series of streets, the remains of Roman barracks on Dean's Field and the largest open green spaces within the walls, popular with both locals and locals are visitors alike.

Chester Cathedral is a fully functioning church with over 20 regular services per week, ensuring the cathedral is a vibrant hub for the Chester community.

There's something going on every day at Chester Cathedral. Whether you're visiting the latest exhibition, taking the Cathedral at Height tour or touring the gardens, there's truly something for every member of the family at Chester Cathedral. (Source:chester.com/listing/chester-cathedral/)

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30.2 km

Concept Store

Highlight • Structure

The lady in the shop was very helpful adjusting the seat of my partner bike. Excellent service.

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30.9 km

Shropshire Union Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Mixed surface canal path from Christleton into Chester. Take care at the bridges which can be narrow with raised bricks on the surface and conceal access points.

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