Cloud End from Congleton

Stoke/Newcastle Group

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Overview

From Astbury Mere the route passes through Congleton Park then climbs to The Cloud. Ii passes the Bridestones, follows the ridge southwards before dropping towards Biddulph then crosses the Mow Cop ridge before returning to Astbury Mere.

Friday, 2 January 2026

Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 23.3km / 14.5mi
Ascent:: 365.8m / 1200ft
Type:: circular

Only suitable for experienced walkers who can maintain a steady pace all day. Please contact the leader in advance if you are planning to come.

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 84605 62685
Nearest postcode:: CW12 3AR
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Astbury Mere Country Park

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