Parsley Hay, Tissington & Manifold Trails
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This is a very scenic ride with lovely views over the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District countryside. We start at Pasrley Hay visitor centre, and ride south down the Tissington Trail to Ashbourne, from where we follow quiet lanes west to the lunch stop at Manifold station.
After lunch we head north up the lovely Manifold Trail, and then on a mixture of trails and quiet lanes back to Parsley Hay.
NB: This ride is subject to a reasonably favourable weather forecast, as many sections are quite exposed.
Lunch: There is a takeaway kiosk at Manifold station visitor centre at Waterhouses carpark, serving hot and cold food & drinks, with outside seating - or you can bring your own snap if you prefer.
Meet at: Parsley Hay visitor centre, Buxton, SK17 0DG. There are toilets and cycle hire facilities here.
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Parking: £7 for the day, payable with cash or using the PayByPhone app, or by cash/card in the visitor centre.
Time: 10:00 for 10:15 departure.
Distance: 40 miles
Duration: 6 hours (estimated).
Technical difficulty: GREN/BLUE (Easy to Moderate with good surfaces).
Physical difficulty: BLUE (Moderate), about 2,000ft of total ascent.
Suitable for: Mountain bikes, plus Grave bikesl and Hybrids with treaded tyres.
Recommendations: Spare tube, Tools, Pump, Emergency snacks, Water.
Safety: No Helmet = No ride!