Ashton Canal – Fallowfield Loop loop from Manchester

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Ashton Canal – Fallowfield Loop loop from Manchester

Easy

4.5

(18)

165

riders

Ashton Canal – Fallowfield Loop loop from Manchester

01:16

22.0km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.72 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Balance Bike Course at Station South

Highlight • Cafe

Free balance bikes to borrow & use on the track at the cafe. Bike repairs + servicing!

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The Talleyrand

Highlight • Pub

A great bar with excellent beer, very chilled atmosphere and occasional music and arts events

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Station South

Highlight • Cafe

Excellent cafe stop with loads of space inside and out. Bike racks out back and a great selection of cakes!

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Highfield Country Park Woodland Trails

Highlight • Forest

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Gorton Lower Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Gorton Lower Reservoir was built in the early 1800s to provide water for the surrounding area. It was a supply reservoir until 1963 when it was decommissioned and became a …

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Ashton Canal

Highlight • Viewpoint

Ashton Canal is kept nice and tidy. There are a few pot holes that need avoiding but the scenery is quite pleasant. Most of the architecture is restored Victorian.

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