Manifold Track

The Manifold Track from Hulme End to Waterhouses follows the former line of the Leek and Manifold Light Railway.

An easy, child-friendly route, the Manifold Track is a mostly flat tarmac path for cyclists and walkers accessible from car park at either end of the trail and at points along its length.

Explore the beautiful limestone countryside and discover delights such as climbing the steps to Thor’s Cave (250ft above the trail) to take in the breath-taking view of the valley.

Located on the B5054 from Hartington (near the Tissington Trail) in the north to Waterhouses on the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road in the south.

The Manifold Track is suitable for cyclists of all abilities, and starts at Hulme End and finishes at Waterhouses. With on- and off-road sections, please be careful with younger children.

The section from Swainsley to Wetton Mill is used by traffic and contains a tunnel 100m long at Swainsley. The tunnel is illuminated, but still dark – bike lights recommended. There are small passing places where pedestrians and cyclists can avoid vehicles. This section is not recommended for people in wheelchairs or with pushchairs.

The Manifold Track is an enjoyable ride through the Manifold Valley with beautiful scenery and features. It is not well-signposted along the route and it’s not always clear which surface is for motorised vehicles – look out for telltale speed limit signs.

The Manifold Track is managed by Peak District National Park.

You will find a number of refreshment stops available along the route at:

Hulme End and Waterhouses

Public houses can be found in:

Hulme End, Warslow, Wetton, Waterhouses.

Toilets are located at:

Hulme End, Wetton Mill, Waterhouses.

Cycle Hire available at:

Waterhouses

Tourist information available at:

Ashbourne and Parsley Hay

The Manifold Track is situated in the Peak District National Park. Located on the B5054 from Hartington in the north to Waterhouses on the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road in the south.

Pay and Display parking available next to or near the trail at these locations. Prices vary.

National Cycle Network (NCN) Route 549 from Hartington via NCN 68 from Buxton or Derby.

Buxton. There are no convenient rail connections and the buses to Waterhouses do not carry bicycles.