Mersey Valley and Stockport cycleway

This is one of six ‘Cycleways’ in Greater Manchester: new routes that give cyclists more space on traffic-free paths, quiet roads, and special lanes separated from the traffic.

This mostly traffic-free route links Stockport town centre to East Didsbury and Cheadle. In the middle part you’re on a gravel track alongside the scenic River Mersey. Other sections are on well-maintained cycle paths, quiet streets, or special bike lanes separated from the traffic. At the Didsbury end you go past Parrs Wood entertainment centre, and can join the Wilmslow Road cycleway to Rusholme and the universities. There is secure bike parking at the Cycle Hub in Stockport town centre and at East Didsbury (opening winter 2016/17).