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Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside

Peak Forest Canal – Highgate Road loop from Chinley

Bike touring routes & trails

Chinley, Buxworth And Brownside

Peak Forest Canal – Highgate Road loop from Chinley

Moderate

3.0

(2)

30

riders

Peak Forest Canal – Highgate Road loop from Chinley

01:49

28.6km

320m

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: April 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 13.7 km for 11 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

11.5 km

Whaley Bridge Canal Basin

Highlight • Structure

The town of Whaley Bridge is often referred to as 'the gateway to the Goyt Valley’. It is indeed an excellent base for adventures in this beautiful region of the …

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11.8 km

Whaley Bridge Canal Basin

Lake

3

12.7 km

Peak Forest Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

The towpath along the Peak Forest Canal is leisurely, picturesque and packed with interest. As you ride, you can admire the boats, look out for birds and other wildlife, and …

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4

16.2 km

Torrside Brewing

Highlight • Pub

Torrside brewery, open for off sales Mon Tues and weds afternoons, and occasional tap sessions. Fine beers including their specialty of smoked ales. Get some to take home for a post ride drink

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5

20.1 km

Sett Valley Trail at Birch Vale Station

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

6

21.8 km

Sett Valley Trailhead

Highlight • Cycleway

7

22.2 km

Highgate Road

Highlight • Settlement

B

28.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

10.8 km

2.81 km

2.57 km

1.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.4 km

4.46 km

1.61 km

109 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

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