Route: Standedge Trail (UK)

Submitted by leemeadowcroft on Sun, 08/16/2026 - 03:08am
Location
United Kingdom
Distance
17.5 km
Vertical Gain
525 m
Description

A circular route through Kirklees visiting the Standedge Tunnels. The route crosses the wonderful Marsden Moor Estate with its heather moorland and far reaching views over the Pennines and the Peak District. You'll pass near Black Moss and Redbrook Reservoir and enjoy a canal side stretch. You'll also pass the noteworthy Standedge Tunnels. The canal tunnel was opened in 1811 and is the longest and highest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom.

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