Leisure Cycle to Tatton Park (CANCELLED)

NEW DATE (Previously 15th July 2023)

A leisurely social bike ride from the suburbs of South Manchester out into the Cheshire Countryside and a visit to Tatton Park, a National Trust Property with approximately 1000 acres of parkland and a resident herd of deer.

We follow sections of the Trans Pennine Trail along the River Mersey and across Carrington Moss before heading south on the quiet lanes, skirting Dunham Massey and Rostherne before a entering Tatton Park, where we should be able to stop at the Court Yard Cafe for coffee and snack, or a stop in Knutsford Town Centre.

The return via a different route exiting the Park in Knutford and following lanes around Mobberley before a mixture of traffic free lanes and trails around the south of Manchester Airport where we follow a bridleway offering close up views of the aircraft using the South runway if in use.

The final section then follows sections mainly on segregated cycle lanes through suburban roads

This event is around 30 miles and is reasonably flat.  Whilst the majority of the route is on traffic free trails or quiet lanes, please note we do pass through Knutsford Town Centre on some busier roads.

We have plenty of time to complete the route and we will take it at a relaxed pace and no one will be left behind.

Road cyclists: Please be aware some paths might be a little rough and bumpy for thin tyres, but doable none the less.  some sections of mud can be expected on the trails.
Mountain bikers: As much as possible we will try and keep off roads. Some navigation on-road will be unavoidable.

Pace and Terrain
This will be a leisurely cycle suitable for those of all levels of fitness. The majority of the route is off road on dedicated Cycleways, Bridleways and quiet rural lanes. There are a few short sections of suburban roads and busy roads around Knutsford  This event is open to cyclists of all abilities and bike types. There is one small hills en route, but nothing too long, and no harm if you need to walk up them.

If you're not a regular cyclist, please do make sure your bike is in good condition - check the tyres are well inflated, chain is oiled, and you've got a spare inner tube, drinks and snacks with you. 

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Photos: All were taken by myself.