Get on Track: Your Guide to Cycling the Hadfield National Cycle Route in the High Peak.

Get on Track: Your Guide to Cycling the Hadfield National Cycle Route and Longdendale Trail in the Highpeak.

 

Local Bike Shop; Peakbikestation.co.uk

 

Guide to the Longdendale Trail & National Cycle Route 62
Welcome to the gateway of the High Peak! At Peak Bike Station, we are perfectly positioned in Hadfield to get you onto one of the UK’s most scenic, family-friendly cycle paths. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or a parent using our Burley Bee trailer hire, this guide has everything you need to know.

The Route at a Glance
  • Distance: 6.5 miles (one way) from Hadfield to Woodhead.
  • Surface: Smooth, flat, and traffic-free (ideal for all abilities).
  • National Cycle Network: This stretch forms part of Route 62 (The Trans Pennine Trail).
  • Scenery: Five stunning reservoirs: Bottoms, Vale House, Rhodeswood, Torside, and Woodhead.

Starting Your Journey from Peak Bike Station
Located on Maguire Avenue in Hadfield, we are the closest bike service to the trailhead.
  1. Prep: Stop by for essential accessories from Oxford or Weldtite or a quick safety check.
  2. The Start: The trail begins just minutes away at the end of Platts Lane.
  3. The Experience: Enjoy a gradual incline as you head east, meaning the return journey back to Hadfield is a lovely, easy downhill glide!

Top Tips for Families
  • Traffic-Free Peace: The entire trail is separated from roads, making it the safest spot in the High Peak for children to practice their skills.
  • Wildlife Spotting: Keep an eye out for herons and birds of prey over the water.
  • Convenience: Forget the car roof racks! Park in Hadfield, pick up your pre-booked Burley trailer, and be on the track in under 5 minutes.


Download Your Free Guide
Take the map and essential info with you on your phone or print it out for your ride.
📥 Download the Longdendale Trail PDF Guide
(Includes route map, points of interest, and emergency contact details)


Need a Tune-Up Before You Go?
If your own bike has been in the shed too long, contact us via WhatsApp for a Local Mobile Repair Assessment. We’ll make sure your brakes and tyres are trail-ready!