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Enjoy a cycle ride through Marple, just to the east of Stockport in Greater Manchester.
Distance: 6.1 miles
Home to some of the greatest engineering feats of our canal network, it's well worth taking a quick breather to marvel at Marple Locks, one of the steepest flights in the country.
Other route highlights include a river crossing and an abandoned chapel.
British Cycling have more about this route, and the other great canal rides, on their website.
We know that visiting our canals can make you feel happier and healthier, but the pace needs to be slow so that they remain safe
There's plenty to explore along this beautiful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal
Last Edited: 17 June 2024
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