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Wigan Road Loop
A road cycling route starting from Tottington
Embark on a scenic road loop through picturesque landscapes and historic towns Wigan Lexington Road Loop
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The Wigan Road Loop is a 143 km road route that takes you through picturesque landscapes and historic towns, offering a challenging and rewarding cycling experience. With an ascent of 974 meters, this route is suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists looking for a longer ride. Highlights along the route include Westhoughton, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Kirkby, Little Altcar, Blowick, Bretherton, Clayton-le-Woods, Withnell, Old Man's Hill, Turton Heights, and Edgworth. These points of interest offer diverse landscapes, historical attractions, and charming villages to explore. The Wigan Road Loop provides an epic journey with varying terrains and stunning countryside views throughout. Overall, this route promises a memorable adventure for cyclists seeking scenic routes and historical exploration.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Bury](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/bury-5.webp)
![Image of Ramsbottom](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/ramsbottom-4.webp)
![Image of Edgworth](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/lancashire/edgworth-4.webp)
![Image of Radcliffe](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/radcliffe-5.webp)
![Image of Little Lever](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/little-lever-5.webp)
![Image of Bolton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/bolton-5.webp)
![Image of Whitefield](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/whitefield-5.webp)
![Image of Farnworth](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/greater-manchester/farnworth-4.webp)