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Undulating Staffordshire


A road cycling route starting from Whittington

Discover the rolling beauty of Staffordshire

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Explore the undulating landscapes of Staffordshire with this road cycling route. With a distance of 89 km and an ascent of 516 meters, this route will take you through picturesque villages and stunning countryside. The difficulty level is rated at 3, making it suitable for intermediate cyclists. The epicness of the route is rated at 3, as it offers beautiful scenery but doesn't include any legendary climbs or famous cycling spots. Highlights along the route include Brownhills, Badgers Hill, Stafford, Weston, Colton, and Streethay. Brownhills is a historic market town with a rich mining history. Badgers Hill offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Stafford is a charming town with a medieval castle. Weston is known for its picturesque canals and charming lock-keepers cottages. Colton is home to the stunning Colton House Gardens. Streethay features a beautiful marina along the Trent and Mersey Canal.

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89 km
516 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Whittington Village center
Whittington: Picturesque cycling through varied countryside
Whittington is a locality located in Shropshire and Staffordshire region of the United Kingdom. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers picturesque countryside routes with varying terrains and landscapes. Cyclists can enjoy exploring quiet country lanes and challenging climbs. A well-known cycling spot near Whittington is the iconic Long Mynd, offering a legendary climb and rewarding cyclists with stunning panoramic views from the top. Overall, Whittington is a fantastic locality for road and gravel cycling, combining natural beauty with challenging terrain.
BrownhillsTown
Brownhills is a historic market town with a rich mining history.
Badgers Hill236 mPeak
Badgers Hill offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
StaffordTown
Stafford is a charming town with a medieval castle.
WestonVillage
Weston is known for its picturesque canals and charming lock-keepers cottages.
ColtonVillage
Colton is home to the stunning Colton House Gardens.
StreethayHamlet
Streethay features a beautiful marina along the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Finish: Whittington Village center
Whittington: Picturesque cycling through varied countryside

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