Hills, Dales and Monsal Trail
Marple, near Stockport
John Mooney
100Km
Summary
107Km cycling event starting from Marple, near Stockport.
Controls at
- Marple
- Monyash
- Marple Forces Club
- Plus 4 information controls
E-Brevet permitted.
Description
New route for 2026, if you require a more challenging event for Peak Audax Easter Events.
Visiting Jenkin's Chapel, the Goyt Valley, Bakewell ,before returning along the Monsal Trail (13km offroad rail trail) a steep climb to Cowdale and Long Hill.
Plenty of options for cafe stops including one of Peak Audax's favourite, the Old Smithy Tearooms at Monyash.
The ride starts at Marple Guide's Huts where you'll be welcomed with a cup of tea or coffee. and the finish at Marple Forces and Social Club with free refreshments.
E brevet available
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Visiting Jenkin's Chapel, the Goyt Valley, Bakewell ,before returning along the Monsal Trail (13km offroad rail trail) a steep climb to Cowdale and Long Hill.
Plenty of options for cafe stops including one of Peak Audax's favourite, the Old Smithy Tearooms at Monyash.
The ride starts at Marple Guide's Huts where you'll be welcomed with a cup of tea or coffee. and the finish at Marple Forces and Social Club with free refreshments.
E brevet available
Event Date and Location
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Date: Wed, 8 Apr 2026 Add Event to my Personal Calendar
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Time: 10:00 to finish by 18:33
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Distance: 100 km (107 km) in 8h33
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Starting from: Marple, near Stockport
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Closing Date: Enter soon as entries may close early if event is full
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Entries close at: 40 riders
Event Information
Speed:
12.5-25 km/h
Climb:
0m
AAA:
2.25
Category:
BP
Body:
Peak Audax CTC
Audax Points:
1
Event No:
26-556
Facilities
Toilets at Start
GPS files available from organiser
Mudguards not required
Parking at start
Free or reasonably priced refreshments at start &/or finish
Downloads
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