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The Leigh to Liverpool Road Cycling Journey
A road cycling route starting from Atherton
Embark on an adventurous road cycling journey from Leigh to Liverpool
![Map miniature of "The Leigh to Liverpool Road Cycling Journey" cycling inspiration in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/atherton/road/60444.webp)
Spanning a distance of 102 kilometers with an ascent of 422 meters, this road cycling route offers a challenging adventure for well-trained amateurs. The route includes several highlights, such as the town of Leigh at 4 kilometers, known for its vibrant markets and friendly locals. As you continue, you'll pass The Point at 6 kilometers, which offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Pex Hill at 28 kilometers is another highlight, renowned for its stunning developed limestone quarries. The route also takes you through Cronton at 28 kilometers, which features a picturesque village center and stunning architecture. One of the main highlights is the city of Liverpool at 47 kilometers, famous for its rich cultural heritage, iconic waterfront, and music scene. The ride concludes with scenic stretches through Aintree, Melling Mount, and Wigan, before reaching Hag Fold at 102 kilometers.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Atherton:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Tyldesley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/tyldesley-3.webp)
![Image of Westhoughton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/westhoughton-5.webp)
![Image of Leigh](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/leigh-5.webp)
![Image of Little Hulton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/little-hulton-5.webp)
![Image of Hindley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/hindley-4.webp)
![Image of Walkden](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/walkden-5.webp)
![Image of Abram](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/abram-5.webp)
![Image of Farnworth](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/farnworth-4.webp)
![Image of Kearsley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/kearsley-5.webp)