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Wilmslow Loop
A road cycling route starting from Hale Barns
Explore the outskirts of Manchester, passing through charming villages and enjoying scenic views.
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The Wilmslow Loop is a picturesque round-trip cycling route starting near Hale Barns in Greater Manchester. This route takes you through scenic countryside and charming villages, offering a delightful cycling experience. With a total ascent of 470 meters and a distance of 62 kilometers, it is suitable for moderately experienced cyclists. The route is predominantly road cycling, making it accessible to a wide range of cyclists. The epicness of this route is rated as a solid 3, as it provides beautiful scenery and a pleasant cycling experience.
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62 km
470 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Hale Barns Village centerHale Barns: Leisurely rides through idyllic English countryside
Hale Barns is a village located in the Greater Manchester region of the United Kingdom. It offers cycling routes that take you through picturesque countryside and charming villages. The area is known for its flat terrain, making it suitable for leisurely rides. A well-known cycling location nearby is The Flash, a reservoir with a scenic cycling path around its perimeter. With its peaceful landscapes and easy-going routes, Hale Barns is a pleasant destination for road and gravel cyclists.10 km
10 km
West DidsburySub-urbWest Didsbury offers a vibrant culinary scene, perfect for a pit-stop and refreshments along your journey.
23 km
23 km
AudenshawTownAudenshaw boasts a rich industrial heritage with some interesting historical sites to explore.
33 km
33 km
CompstallVillageCompstall is a charming village nestled along the route, offering a peaceful and scenic atmosphere.
38 km
38 km
Ridge Quarry View PointViewpointRidge Quarry View Point provides breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a perfect spot for a photo break.
54 km
54 km
WilmslowTownWilmslow is a quaint town with elegant shops and picturesque lanes, making it an ideal stop for some retail therapy.
62 km
62 km
Hale BarnsVillageHale Barns is the starting point and finishing point of the route. It is a popular hub for cyclists and offers easy access to other cycling routes in the area.
62 km
62 km
Finish: Hale Barns Village centerHale Barns: Leisurely rides through idyllic English countryside
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Hale](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/hale-5.webp)
![Image of Altrincham](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/altrincham-4.webp)
![Image of Bowdon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/bowdon-5.webp)
![Image of Timperley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/timperley-4.webp)
![Image of Mobberley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cheshire/mobberley-4.webp)
![Image of Sale](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/sale-5.webp)
![Image of Wilmslow](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cheshire/wilmslow-4.webp)
![Image of Didsbury](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/didsbury-5.webp)
![Image of Chorlton cum Hardy](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/chorlton-cum-hardy-5.webp)