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Cloud 9: Bosley Cloud from Congleton

From Congleton Park along the Macclesfield Canal and the Gritstone Trail to the top of the Cloud and back.

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An Easter treat, originally made just for Patreon. From Congleton Park you head up to the Macclesfield Canal for a stretch, then leave it to join the Gritstone Trail to the foot of the Cloud.

The climb to the top of Bosley Cloud is short and steep, and the view over the Cheshire Plain is one of the best around. Then it's back down and home to Congleton. Nine miles.

Highlights

  • Bosley Cloud summit
  • Gritstone Trail
  • Macclesfield Canal
Distance
9 miles (14.5 km)
Route
circular
Difficulty
moderate
Start
Congleton Park
Parking
Congleton Park
Terrain
Hills, Canal, Old railway & trails, Woods

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Full map with elevation profile from Mapometer (sets cookies).

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