Current status
No restriction we know of
Water Lane is recorded as a Byway Open to All Traffic. We haven't found a Traffic Regulation Order or seasonal closure on it, but that doesn't guarantee there isn't one.
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Where it runs
Water Lane in pink, with the lanes around it.
- AThe east end, near Wheston
- BThe west end, near Wheston
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Lanes nearby
The closest named lanes, measured from Water Lane.
- Slancote Lane1.3 km southeast · 1.7 km long›
- Green Dale3.7 km northeast · 0.4 km long
- New Lane4.2 km northeast · 0.6 km long›
- Dirtlow Rake4.3 km north · 1.4 km long›
- Moorbrook Lane4.6 km northeast · 0.4 km long
- Tideswell Lane5.1 km east · 1.9 km long›
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Questions riders ask
Is Water Lane open to motorcycles?
Water Lane is recorded as a Byway Open to All Traffic, and we don't know of any current restriction on it. Legal status can change at short notice, so check signage and current Traffic Regulation Orders before you ride.
How long is Water Lane?
About 1.1 km, measured across all 4 of its mapped sections. Its two ends are around 1.1 km apart in a straight line.
Where does Water Lane start and finish?
It runs east to west near Wheston, in Derbyshire. The map on this page shows both ends.
Is Water Lane in a national park?
Yes, Water Lane runs through the Peak District National Park. Some national park authorities make their own Traffic Regulation Orders, so it's worth checking the park's restrictions as well as the council's.
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