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Hazelhurst Junction – Leek Tunnel Pool loop from Hanley

West Midlands Region

Hazelhurst Junction – Leek Tunnel Pool loop from Hanley

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Hazelhurst Junction – Leek Tunnel Pool loop from Hanley

01:45

33.5km

170m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: July 18, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 13.9 km for 29 m

After 20.3 km for 29 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

8.60 km

Leek Disused Railway

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Quiet little gem of Staffordshire walking Can be ridden on gravel/mtb. It’s an alternative to Couldon canal

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2

10.3 km

Caldon Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Good spot

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3

10.3 km

Hazelhurst Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Mixed surfaces around here

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4

12.1 km

Narrowboats on the Caldon Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Some are beautifully painted with exquisite detail.

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5

13.9 km

Leek Tunnel Pool

Highlight • Bridge

Probably best to get off the bike !!
Little tunnel through a sharp little hill.

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6

21.9 km

Canal Intersection and Victorian Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

This section of the path - where two canals (and their respective tow paths) intersect - is a magnificent example of Victorian engineering at its best.

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B

33.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

6.27 km

3.89 km

3.13 km

1.90 km

216 m

102 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

10.8 km

3.10 km

1.69 km

494 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Monday 5 October

19°C

12°C

61 %

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