Wizard’s Well & Stormy Point
Departure from Alderley Edge (Cheshire East)
This walk takes you to some of the highlights of Alderley Edge.
Nether Alderley
Departure from Alderley Edge (Cheshire East)
A fine church, a historic watermill, and some lesser-known paths on Alderley Edge.
Exploring Alderley Edge
Departure from Alderley Edge (Cheshire East)
A more complete exploration of Alderley Edge, with a return route via farmland.
Heyes Lane to Prestbury Road
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Lovely flat walk from Heyes Lane to Prestbury Road.
Alderley edge bypass
Departure from Alderley Edge (Cheshire East)
There are a few farms along the route, farm animals to see and a surprising number of wildflowers.
Brook Lane to Merryman's Lane
Departure from Alderley Edge (Cheshire East)
This pleasant walk takes in some less well known parts of Wilmslow and Alderley Edge. There are lots of horses along this route and some pleasant views of Alderley Edge and its big houses.
Upcast Lane to Clay Lane
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Easy walk from Upcast Lane to Clay Lane and around Row-of-Trees.
Fulshaw Cross to Alderley Golf Course
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Beautiful walk from Fulshaw Cross to Alderley Golf Course.
North Wilmslow Road
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Nice walk around Wilmslow and across the River Bollin.
Alderley Edge to Bradbury Lane
Departure from Nether Alderley (Cheshire East)
Great walk from Alderley Edge to Bradbury Lane and through The Wizard.
Chelford Road to Knutsford Road
Departure from Chorley (Cheshire East)
Lovely walk around the Wilmslow Golf Course from Chelford Road to Knutsford Road.
Wilmslow to Mottram Hall
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Lovely parts of the walk are with swathes of Bluebells along the steep banks down to the River Bollin in Spring.
Moor Lane to Mobberley Golf Course
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Walk from Moor Lane to Mobberley Golf Course passing through Nature Reserve.
Rotherwood Road to Lindow Moss
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
This is a short walk around Lindow Moss. The area became famous when Lindow Man was discovered by peat cutters in August 1984. The footpath skirts the edge of Lindow Moss where peat is still extracted. There is a Lindow Moss website here and you can find information about Lindow Man here. This route keeps to the public footpaths, but there are many unofficial routes across the moss.
Nether Alderley to Hocker Lane
Departure from Nether Alderley (Cheshire East)
Great circular walk from Nether Alderley to Hocker Lane.
Mottram St Andrew to Hare Hill
Departure from Mottram St. Andrew (Cheshire East)
A very pleasant walk at any time of the year, but particularly good in spring when the bluebells are out. This walk is a little steep up towards Clock House Woods. There are lovely views all along the route, beautiful woodlands and a small Lake as you enter the grounds of Hare Hill. Hare Hill has a colorful display of Rhododendrons in Spring and the walled gardens are well worth a visit. Hare Hill is a National Trust Property.
Wilmslow to Handforth
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
This walk starts from Wilmslow Park and follow River Bollin to Handforth.
St Olaf's Chapel & Alleyways in Pownall Park
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
This interesting walk through Pownall Park takes in Carnival Fields and St. Olaf's Chapel which was built by the Boddington Family. Sadly, it is now just a ruin. Some of this route follows public footpaths through the Pownall Park area which are now are pretty much back alleys through the area.
Lindow Common to Rossmere
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
Lindow Common is a very popular area and is well worth a visit in its own right. The common is crisscrossed by numerous footpaths and contains the Black Lake. It’s worthwhile exploring areas away from Black Lake where there are some small pools and expanses of heather. There is a lot of conservation work being carried out on the common which is designed to keep its open aspect and to protect wildlife and fauna. It is designated as a site of special scientific interest.
Rossmere & Lindow Common
Departure from Mobberley (Cheshire East)
An interesting, level walk around the peatlands and heathlands of Lindow Moss, passing two attractive lakes.
Saltersley Hall and Rossmere
Departure from Mobberley (Cheshire East)
Historic farmhouses, a picturesque lake and wildlife-rich woodland and peatland.
Graveyard Lane
Departure from Mobberley (Cheshire East)
Farmland walking along tracks and field paths, returning via Saltersley Hall and an area of heathery peatland.
Noahs Ark Lane to Carter Lane
Departure from Great Warford (Cheshire East)
Circular and flat walk from Noahs Ark Lane to Carter Lane.
Deanwater Hotel to Handforth Dean
Departure from Wilmslow (Cheshire East)
This circular walk crosses greenbelt land at Handforth Dean which may soon be built on. This is a great shame as this area is pretty unspoiled.
Astle Farm West to Mill Lane
Departure from Nether Alderley (Cheshire East)
This is a lovely short walk through delightful woodland, quiet lanes and passes beautiful Brook House Farm.
Stubby Lane to Chelford
Departure from Nether Alderley (Cheshire East)
Great walk from Stubby Lane to Chelford passing next to reservoirs.
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