Cycling Near Glossop — Routes, Trails & Family Days Out
Glossop sits at the gateway to the Peak District — surrounded by moorland, reservoirs, and some of the best cycling in the north of England. Whether you're looking for a traffic-free family ride, a challenging moorland route, or a gentle day out from Manchester, Glossop and the surrounding High Peak has it.
Cycling routes near Glossop
Longdendale Trail
The most popular traffic-free route in the area. Starting from Hadfield (one stop from Glossop on the train, or a short ride away), the Longdendale Trail runs along the valley reservoirs towards Woodhead. Largely flat, well-surfaced, and suitable for all abilities including families with young children and bike trailers.
- 6.5 miles one way — Hadfield to Woodhead
- Traffic-free throughout
- Mix of tarmac and compacted gravel
- Suitable for bike trailers and young children
Trans Pennine Trail
Glossop sits on the Trans Pennine Trail — a long-distance route running coast to coast across northern England. From Glossop you can head west towards Stockport and the Mersey Valley, or east through Longdendale towards Penistone. Suitable for hybrid and mountain bikes.
Snake Pass and High Peak moorland
For experienced road cyclists, the Snake Pass (A57) is one of the most iconic climbs in the Peak District — a challenging ascent through dramatic moorland scenery. The surrounding High Peak also offers quieter lanes and moorland tracks for gravel and mountain bikes.
Glossop to Hayfield
A popular route for road and hybrid cyclists — quiet lanes through the Sett Valley connecting Glossop to Hayfield and the edge of Kinder Scout. Moderate gradients, good scenery, and a good cafe stop in Hayfield.
Family cycling near Glossop
The Longdendale Trail is the best option for families with young children — traffic-free, flat, and well-surfaced. Start from Hadfield (one stop from Glossop by train, or a short ride) and head along the valley at your own pace.
We hire Burley Bee double bike trailers from Peak Bike Station in Hadfield — ideal for families who want to bring young children on the trail without a child seat. Collect from our shop and you'll be on the trail within minutes.
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Getting to Glossop and Hadfield
Both Glossop and Hadfield are served by Northern Rail on the Glossop line from Manchester Piccadilly. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes. Bikes are accepted on the train subject to space — travel outside peak hours where possible.
- Glossop station — served by Northern Rail from Manchester Piccadilly
- Hadfield station — one stop beyond Glossop, closer to the Longdendale Trail start
- Journey time from Manchester: approximately 50 minutes
Peak Bike Station — Hadfield
We're based in Hadfield, a short ride from Glossop. We stock inner tubes, chain lubricants, puncture repair kits, brake pads, and other essentials — and we hire Burley Bee bike trailers for family days out on the trail.
- Free UK delivery on orders over £18
- Local collection — same day if ordered before 4pm
- Station Road, Hadfield, Derbyshire SK13