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North West England

West Lancashire

Mere Lane – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Rufford

Bike touring routes & trails

North West England

West Lancashire

Mere Lane – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Rufford

Easy

10

riders

Mere Lane – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Rufford

01:22

23.5km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.3 km for 104 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.22 km

Mere Lane

Highlight • Trail

Not far from Martin Mere wetlands this path take you near Sandy Lane very quiet and pieceful.

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2

4.35 km

The Boat House Café at Fettlers Wharf Marina

Highlight • Cafe

This is a great stop off for tea/coffee and cake etc Portion sizes are HUGE!! Good for calorie replacement on those long rides :)

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3

4.51 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Two marinas either side of this branch of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

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4

4.62 km

Tastebuds Café, Fettlers Wharf Marina

Highlight • Cafe

Beautiful location right by the marina, this cafe is a fail-safe mid-ride stop. There are racks for bikes, an extensive cake and snack selection and great coffee. It's open every …

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13.0 km

Square's Wood

Forest

6

13.4 km

Croston Stone Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

Stone circle and quiet place for a quick stop

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7

13.7 km

Croston Stone Cross and Village Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Croston is one of the most attractive large villages in the area with several pubs and restaurants.

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B

23.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.6 km

6.24 km

402 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.4 km

4.61 km

228 m

< 100 m

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