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Runs in and around Macclesfield
28 running routes in Macclesfield · 14 more nearby
The running around Macclesfield is properly hilly, with a mix of surfaces underfoot. You will find plenty of loops to explore.
There are some good options for longer runs, such as the Macclesfield Canal 10, or shorter ones like the South Macclesfield 5k Road Loop.
Runs in Macclesfield
Around Higher Hurdsfield
Macclesfield, England
Starting in Hurdsfield, Macclesfield, the run begins with a climb up the road to Higher Hurdsfield and Well Lane.
Bollin Valley & Golf Course
Prestbury, England
This loop with a flat, smooth run along the Bollin Valley Trail, and as you leave the valley, the route gradually climbs on well-maintained…
Bollin Valley Loop
Macclesfield, England
This loop offers a varied running experience by combining the Bollin Valley Trail with paved roads and streets as it navigates out of…
Bollin Valley Out & Back (from Macclesfield)
Macclesfield, England
This flat out-and-back run along the Bollin Way stretches between Macclesfield and Prestbury.
Bollin Valley Out & Back (from Prestbury)
Macclesfield, England
This flat out-and-back run follows the Bollin Way between Prestbury and Macclesfield.
Gritstone Trail South-North Leg 3
Macclesfield, England
Skamper has split the Gritstone Way into 3 legs based on nearness to a train station at the start and finish.
Hare Hill and The Edge
Macclesfield, England
A trail run with a good mix of terrain.
Hurdsfield Canal Loop
Macclesfield, England
A fat loop on the towpath to Bollington, linking to the Midllewood Way then back along the canal again.
Ivy Farm Loop
Macclesfield, England
From Thornton Square, along Congleton Road then Penningtons Lane and back via Earlsway and Ivy Lane.
Kerridge Ridge 10
Macclesfield, England
A flat section along the canal then a hilly climb up to White Nancy and along Kerridge Ridge.
Kings and the Golf Course
Macclesfield, England
Through the right of way across King's School then down and up through woods to join Chelford Road.
Lyme Green Circuit
Sutton, England
From the retail park (path access to the canal at the back of Homebase). A mix of towpaths, grassy paths and pavements.
Macc Langley Loop
Macclesfield, England
A tough uphill start on pavements towards the golf course to then take the footpath alongside the course.
Macclesfield Canal 10
Macclesfield, England
On the Macclesfield Canal from Buxton Road to Oakgrove and back.
Macclesfield parkrun
Macclesfield
This 5km loop in Macclesfield's park completes three laps of a course that transitions between tarmac paths and grassy sections before…
Macclesfield Round
Macclesfield, England
A mix of surfaces including canal towpath, paths, tracks and pavements. A fairly flat course with some climbing around the Bollin Valley.
Prestbury Hilly Loop
Prestbury, England
This varied loop from offers a mix of trails and challenging climbs.
Shutlingsloe and Tegg's Nose
Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough, England
A hilly course, mostly on well surfaced trails.
South Macclesfield 5k Road Loop
Macclesfield, England
A straightforward clockwise loop around South Macclesfield, mainly on pavements.
Sutton Common Hill Climb
Sutton, England
This hill climb from Sutton Reservoir to the Telecoms Tower is a challenging test of endurance.
Sutton Lane Ends Reservoir and Canal Circuit
Macclesfield, England
This anticlockwise loop takes you through varied and scenic terrain, including Sutton Reservoir and the canal towpath.
The Edge from Macclesfield
Macclesfield, Cheshire
A similar route to 'Hare Hill and The Edge' but this one avoids the restricted opening times at Hare Hill.
Tytherington and Kerridge
Bollington, England
Starting at a path off Tewkesbury Drive and following Middlewood Way to Tinker Clough, then heading across to Oak Lane, Clarke Lane and the…
Tytherington Wood
Macclesfield, England
Around Tytherington Wood beginning at Dorchester Way heading along to the end of Riverside Park where it crosses the railway and then…
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Runs around Macclesfield
Within roughly 10 km, sorted by distance.
Macclesfield Forest Loop
Macclesfield Forest, Peak District, England
A classic run around Macclesfield Forest on good trails that hold up well in wet weather.
Bollington Middlewood Way and Canal Loop
Bollington, England
From the viaduct along the Middlewood Way before returning via the canal.
White Nancy Ridge Loop
Stockport, England
A relatively easy start to Waulkmill then a climb through the trees before the path continues on a mix of grassy and paved surfaces.
Long Lane Loop
Bollington, England
This anticlockwise loop from Bollington offers a scenic mix of countryside trails and waterside paths.
Gawsworth Countryside Loop
Gawsworth, England
This 10k clockwise loop from Gawsworth offers a delightful mix of rural scenery, from historic estates to quiet lanes and peaceful canal…
Skamper Peak Trail Half Marathon
Macclesfield Forest, England
You are entered into this Challenge Event.
Shutlingsloe and Standing Stone
Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough, Peak District, England
A climb on good quality paths through the forest. Then up and across the exposed moor on a well drained track and then flags.
Shining Tor Ridge from Lamaload
Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough, England
The path soon leaves the trees and climbs on a grassy path. Can be wet underfoot where the gradient eases before the steep climb to the top.
Three Shires Bridge & Wildboarclough
Macclesfield Forest and Wildboarclough, Peak District, England
Up the very stony path running alongside Cumberland Brook and follow to cross the A54 main road.
The Edge from Alderley
Alderley Edge, England
A hilly woody trail run around The Edge. Good views at Stormy Point.
Goyt's Tors
High Peak, England
A long steady climb from the reservoir. From Shining Tor it is on paved slabs to Pym's Chair then down the path alongside the road.
Lyme Park
Disley, England
Trails through the woods then up to the exposed viewpoint at the old hunting lodge.
Hangingstone Loop
Danebridge, Peak District, England
With most of the climbing over in the first quarter of the run it is a tough start but rewarded afterwards.
Lyme Park from Nelson's Pit
Poynton-With-Worth, England
From the Nelson Pit's Car park. Mostly solid tracks but a grassy section up and down to The Cage.
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