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Mountain biking trails

North West England

Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Accrington

Mountain biking trails

North West England

Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Accrington

Moderate

3

riders

Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Accrington

02:57

41.1km

590m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 41.1 km for 32 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

12.0 km

Clowbridge Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

2

13.3 km

Clowbridge Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

View down Clowbridge reservoir which is surrounded by beautiful moorland with plenty of opportunities to spot varied wildlife.

Tip by

3

14.1 km

Compston's Cross

Highlight • Viewpoint

Crossroads used to be considered as enchanted places, where strange, magical events might take place. Crosses would be erected to sanctify the spot, ensuring safe passage for travellers.

Compston's Cross …

Tip by

4

21.6 km

The Circle Cafe Bacup

Highlight • Religious Site

Great Cafe inside a church. Very bike freindly. They even let you take your muddy bike inside whilst you eat. Worth a visit.

Tip by

5

26.0 km

Newchurch Railway Tunnels and Great War Memorial

Highlight • Historical Site

Recently re-opened railway tunnels which are now part of the East-Lancashire cycleway. Apparently the tunnels are lit just enough to see by but too bright for bats to roost!

Tip by

6

26.4 km

Lee Quarry Mountain Biking Route

Highlight • Viewpoint

Give it a shot

Tip by

7

29.7 km

Haslingden to Rawtenstall Downhill Descent

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Great high speed decent as a reward for all them hills!

Tip by

40.5 km

Platt's Lodge

Lake

B

41.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

10.3 km

7.98 km

4.50 km

3.42 km

2.40 km

167 m

Surfaces

22.1 km

8.58 km

7.24 km

2.22 km

969 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Weather

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Tuesday 20 October

9°C

5°C

82 %

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