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Horseshoe Waterfall – Slaithwaite village and canal loop from Mirfield

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Yorkshire And The Humber

Horseshoe Waterfall – Slaithwaite village and canal loop from Mirfield

Moderate

5.0

(2)

29

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Horseshoe Waterfall – Slaithwaite village and canal loop from Mirfield

02:16

35.1km

190m

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: October 8, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.54 km for 194 m

After 11.4 km for 67 m

After 24.3 km for 96 m

After 25.4 km for 211 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

240 m

Mirfield Scarecrow

Highlight • Structure

2

1.03 km

Mirfield Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

It was a very muddy ride
Some short hill until you get on the canal.

Tip by

3

7.09 km

Huddersfield Broad Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

Great bit of tow path that links you to the Birkby-Bradley Greenway and beyond

Tip by

4

14.4 km

Weir on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal

Highlight • River

Huddersfield Narrow canal toward Standedge Tunnel.
Very muddy but lots of fun

Tip by

5

14.4 km

Horseshoe Waterfall

Highlight • River

What a hidden gem! Brilliant spot for a picnic. Lovely views.

Tip by

6

17.9 km

Slaithwaite village and canal

Highlight • River

Apparently, it is the only village with a canal alongside the main street!
Commercial Hotel is recommended, located next to the main street (and canal) with a small sitting area …

Tip by

7

31.0 km

Bridge's Lock 2 on the Huddersfield Broad Canal

Highlight • Bridge

This pretty stone bridge spans the Huddersfield Broad Canal, featuring a gentle incline that allows for easy cycling across.

Tip by

B

35.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.4 km

11.5 km

3.99 km

2.27 km

913 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.8 km

4.17 km

3.70 km

1.67 km

602 m

120 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Sunday 11 October

16°C

6°C

54 %

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