Loop of the Mersey

A flat ride along the TPT to Widnes. Then once on the Runcorn side a moderately uphill section to the cafe stop. After drinks/food our return is a pleasant descent to lower Runcorn, where we pick up the beautiful scenery of the Bridgewater Canal, passing through Norton Priory.
We then cross the canal and roll down through Sandymoor, toward Moore and contour the village of trails that bring out on the Manchester Ship Canal, where scenes from the Hollywood film 'Yanks' was shot! After crossing Moore Lane Swing Bridge we head through Acton Grange towards the TPT. Once over Arpley Meadow and Liverpool Road we return through Sankey Valley part to our original start point in Bewsey.

A guided 20 mile loop starting and ending at Bewsey Community Hub. Our route heads West following the St.Helens Canal to Widnes and Runcorn and back along the Bridgewater Canal Spur through Sandymoor and Acton Grange.

Amix of traffic-free paths, the Trans-Pennine Trail. Some roads to connect with our planned cafe stop and to get to the Bridgewater Canal in Lowe Runcorn.

A planned stop at Espositos in Runcorn Hill Park

Helmets are mandatory if U-18 years. Helmets are recommended for everyone else attending. Suitable layered clothing included waterproof shells should be considered. Gloves, Spare inner tubes, puncture outfit, tyre sealant . A basic tool kit. Cycle lock. Money or card if purchasing food/drinks. Mobile phone.

First-timers welcome!